In 1978, Soviet geologists discovered the Lykov family—Old Believers who had lived in complete isolation deep in the Siberian taiga for over 40 years.
Fleeing religious persecution during Stalin’s rule, Karp Lykov led his family into the wilderness in 1936.
They survived extreme conditions with no contact from the outside world, relying on foraging, homemade tools, and their faith.
Despite offers to return to society, the family chose solitude.
Today, Agafia Lykov, the last surviving member, continues to live alone in the forest, holding onto the way of life her family preserved for decades.
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Fleeing religious persecution during Stalin’s rule, Karp Lykov led his family into the wilderness in 1936.
They survived extreme conditions with no contact from the outside world, relying on foraging, homemade tools, and their faith.
Despite offers to return to society, the family chose solitude.
Today, Agafia Lykov, the last surviving member, continues to live alone in the forest, holding onto the way of life her family preserved for decades.
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In 1978, Soviet geologists discovered the Lykov family—Old Believers who had lived in complete isolation deep in the Siberian taiga for over 40 years.
Fleeing religious persecution during Stalin’s rule, Karp Lykov led his family into the wilderness in 1936.
They survived extreme conditions with no contact from the outside world, relying on foraging, homemade tools, and their faith.
Despite offers to return to society, the family chose solitude.
Today, Agafia Lykov, the last surviving member, continues to live alone in the forest, holding onto the way of life her family preserved for decades.
@world_history
Fleeing religious persecution during Stalin’s rule, Karp Lykov led his family into the wilderness in 1936.
They survived extreme conditions with no contact from the outside world, relying on foraging, homemade tools, and their faith.
Despite offers to return to society, the family chose solitude.
Today, Agafia Lykov, the last surviving member, continues to live alone in the forest, holding onto the way of life her family preserved for decades.
@world_history
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