Oymyakon holds the title of the coldest inhabited place on Earth. Though it’s more of a rural locality than a city, it deserves mention due to its extreme temperatures. Winters here can drop as low as -50°C (-58°F), with its coldest recorded temperature being -67.7°C (-89.9°F).
Life in Oymyakon is a unique challenge. Residents rely on hearty meals and fur clothing to stay warm. Tourists who visit experience an unparalleled winter wonderland.
There are a number of structures across the world that have stood the test of time, and have witnessed the fiercest of wars, civilization changes, and so much more. Witness to it all, these ancient sites around the world deserve a spot in your travel wish list.