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The Best National Parks In The American Southwest
Elevation swings of 6,000 feet, flash floods, and deep time in the rock. A guide to the six most geologically extreme national parks in the Southwest.
The Windiest Lakes In The United States
Superior, Erie, Tahoe, Great Salt Lake and more rank among the windiest lakes in the United States. Here is the geography that turns calm mornings rough.
11 Prettiest Small Towns In The Netherlands
The small hamlets of The Netherlands display the storied narrative of the country that alone was a republic when America was just an idea.
The Longest Floating Bridges In The World
Four of the top five sit in one U.S. state. Count down the 10 longest floating bridges ever built, including the first to carry a passenger train.
9 Croatia Towns Where Time Stands Still
In these Croatian towns, medieval street plans, fishing traditions, and saltmaking still connect centuries of history with the present.
The Deepest Trench In Each Ocean
The Deepest Trench In Each Ocean, mapping the lowest points of the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern, and Arctic and how they were finally measured.
Which Planet Has The Biggest Storm?
Discover why Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and what scientists have learned about this centuries-old atmospheric giant.
Why Roman Concrete Outlasts Modern Concrete
There was no one Roman concrete mixture, rather, a series of techniques which resulted in a strong, durable concrete which was able to last for millennia.
Why Coral Reefs Can't Grow In Cold Water
Why Coral Reefs Can't Grow In Cold Water: reef-building corals rely on sunlight-hungry algae that need warm, shallow water to power their growth.
The Best Beaches On The Great Lakes
The Best Beaches On The Great Lakes include Pictured Rocks, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Presque Isle, spanning all five lakes without a grain of salt in sight.
The Cities With the Lowest Annual Rainfall in the US
The Cities With the Lowest Annual Rainfall in the US are led by Yuma, Arizona, where barely three inches fall in a year, followed by Las Vegas and Phoenix.
Milk Snake
Milk snakes are relatively docile and not a threat to humans, but are often mistaken for copperheads, or even rattlesnakes.
How Roman Roads Helped Rome Conquer The World
Ancient Roman roads were marvels of engineering that stretched throughout the reaches of the empire, allowing high levels of security and communication.
Bike the Virginia Beach Boardwalk's Three Miles of Monuments
Bike the Virginia Beach Boardwalk's Three Miles of Monuments, a flat oceanfront ride past the King Neptune statue, the Norwegian Lady, and Navy memorials.
What's Outside the Universe?
Most people are aware of the Big Bang, but rarely dive into the specifics of what's outside the universe. Is it even possible to know?
What Caused The Bronze Age Collapse?
Climate stress, warfare, and failing palace systems combined to trigger the Bronze Age Collapse across the eastern Mediterranean.
What Would Jupiter Look Like as a Star?
See how Jupiter might glow, change color, and alter the solar system if the giant planet gained enough mass to become a star.
9 Overlooked Towns In Ireland Worth Visiting
No matter what you’re looking for in your Irish trip, you’re sure to find it at one of these nine overlooked towns in Ireland worth visiting.
What Happens Inside A Neutron State
A teaspoon of neutron star matter weighs about a billion tons, revealing why these collapsed stellar remnants are among the densest objects in the universe.
How The Roman Legion Actually Worked
From citizen militia to professional powerhouse: how the Roman legion trained, fought, and turned conquered peoples into Roman citizens for Rome.
The 10 Most Popular International Vacations by Americans
Beaches, big cities, and bucket-list culture. Discover the 10 most popular international destinations for American travelers and what draws them abroad. (
Countries That Use Their Own Calendar
In Ethiopia, it's not the year you think, and there are 13 months. Discover the countries that still run on their own calendars instead of the Gregorian one.
East Germany
Founded in 1949 and gone by 1990, East Germany built the Berlin Wall and a vast police state. Explore the geography and history of the GDR.
What Are The Climate Zones Of The US?
Given that the contiguous United States spans the width of North America, it’s not surprising that the country has no fewer than nine unique climate zones.
Largest Landlocked Countries In The World
From Kazakhstan's steppe to Chad's Sahara, discover the 9 largest landlocked countries in the world and the geography that cut them off from the ocean.
Most Ethnically Diverse Countries In The World
Most of the world's most culturally heterogeneous countries are found in Sub-Saharan Africa. Learn more about the world's most ethnically diverse countries.
Which Country Has The Longest National Anthem?
Greece's Hymn to Liberty runs 158 stanzas, while Uruguay's anthem takes nearly five minutes to sing. Discover which country has the longest national anthem.
European Countries With The Most Forest Cover
Sweden has the most forest cover of any European country.
Sudbury, Ontario, Looked Like a Moonscape, Then It Planted 10 Million Trees
Sudbury, Ontario, Looked Like a Moonscape, Then It Planted 10 Million Trees. Now it's a green city of lakeside parks, science museums, and craft beer.
The American Revolution Was Won in Virginia, and These 5 Sites Tell the Story
The American Revolution Was Won in Virginia, and These 5 Sites Tell the Story of Washington, Colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown, and Patrick Henry's Richmond.
Which US States Trade The Most With China?
California dominates China trade, but state-by-state data reveal tariffs create uneven winners and losers across logistics, manufacturing, and energy.
10 Famous Landforms In The U.S.
There are not many countries in the world that contain the same amount of beautiful landforms as the U.S. does. Their beauty is unmatched and will leave you breathless!
Top 10 Most Dangerous Sports In The World
Competition in different types of sports, even if you are not directly facing your opponents, is always accompanied by a risk of injury - sport can be a dangerous thing.
10 US States With The Highest Number Of Farms
Texas has more than twice as many farms as any other state. Discover the 10 US states with the most farms and the regions feeding the nation.
When Did The Last Major Volcanic Eruption In The US Happen?
The eruption of Mount St. Helens in 1980 was the last major volcanic eruption in the United States. Learn more about the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens.
The World's Top Tea-Producing Countries
Tea originated in Southeast Asia and is a major player in social life and economic value. Many countries are known for their distinctive teas and high production.
How Are Canyons Formed?
A canyon is a deep cleft between escarpments or cliffs, often formed by rivers, weathering, erosion or tectonic activity.