Geography Of The World
![Green summer landscape at Travis Lake, showcasing the serene beauty of the central Texas Hill Country outside Austin.](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w600/upload/3d/fa/ef/shutterstock-1515258353.jpg)
6 Crystal-Clear Lakes in Texas that You Have to See
Discover six crystal-clear lakes in Texas, perfect for swimming, boating, and fishing. Learn all about their features, geography, and recreational activities.
Why Is the Sahara Desert Expanding?
Explore why the Sahara Desert is expanding. Understand all the relevant impacts of this growth and the strategies being implemented to combat desertification.
![The Sahara Desert from space, showcasing its vast expanse and intricate sand patterns, as captured by NASA.](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w110/upload/3e/ab/59/shutterstock-114129871.jpg)
The Most Beautiful Islands in Virginia
These are the most beautiful islands in the state of Virginia, showcasing stunning natural beauty in the Chesapeake Bay and many historical landmarks.
![A kayaker and Chincoteague Ponies on Assateague Island in Virginia. Editorial credit: The Old Major / Shutterstock.com](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w300/upload/23/19/2c/shutterstock-1144206176-1.jpg)
Is Palestine A Country?
The question of Palestine's status as a country is a contentious issue with a history involving the United Nations as well as conflict with Israel.
![Washington DC, USA, Pro-Palestine protesters. Editorial credit: Volodymyr TVERDOKHLIB / Shutterstock.com](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w110/upload/26/dc/7b/shutterstock-2378182777.jpg)
Tropic of Cancer
The article describes where the Tropic of Cancer is, including its name's origin, its significance, and how it moves as the earth shifts.
![The Tropic Of Cancer according to its position on the world map.](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w110/upload/75/65/76/tropic-of-cancer-01.png)
The Most Beautiful Islands in Maryland
Discover these most beautiful islands in the state of Maryland, from the famous Assateague Island to lesser-known Smith Island.
Countries That Start With The Letter Y
Yemen stands out as the only country starting with 'Y', with the sound shared in 90% of languages and in 2.11% of English words.
![St. Simons Island, Georgia: Leader of a bicycle tour group giving instruction in front of the St. Simons Island Light, a lighthouse located on the southern tip of the island. Editorial credit: Bob Pool / Shutterstock.com](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w650/upload/43/19/9f/shutterstock-2436837487.jpg)
The Most Beautiful Islands in Georgia
Discover Georgia's most beautiful barrier islands, including Jekyll, Cumberland, Sea, Tybee, St. Simons, and Little St. Simons Islands.
The Most Beautiful Islands in Wisconsin
Whether you are looking to take the ferry over for the day or whitewater past them, discover some of the most beautiful islands in Wisconsin.
![View of Cana Island in Door County during the winter.](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w300/upload/c0/8a/b7/shutterstock-1644590629.jpg)
![Underwater diver in deep sea dive.](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w110/upload/d4/36/fe/shutterstock-602516156.jpg)
11 Strangest Things Found Deep in the Pacific Ocean
The Pacific Ocean is full of mysteries, and recent discoveries have found many strange and interesting things deep in this massive ocean.
![Panoramic view of Winslow Harbor on Bainbridge Island, Washington, on a beautiful sunny day.](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w110/upload/31/ee/43/shutterstock-1314929045.jpg)
The Most Beautiful Islands in Washington
Explore the beautiful islands in Washington State, from nature havens to vibrant tourist destinations with camping, fishing, kayaking, and breathtaking views.
![New York City - Editorial credit: Vladimir Mucibabic / Shutterstock.com](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w110/upload/38/9b/ed/shutterstock-1719312058.jpg)
Most Densely Populated US States
The states of New Jersey, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maryland, Delaware, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio are densely populated,
The Territories Of The United States
Discover how fourteen remote islands and territories came under United States' control, along with their natural beauty, culture, and locations.
The Longest Mountain Range on Earth is Underwater
The Mid-Ocean Ridge, a 65,000 km underwater mountain range, crucially influences plate tectonics, new oceanic crust formation, and seismic activity.
The Smallest Countries In The World
Explore the 15 smallest countries in the world by land area, including Vatican City, Monaco, Nauru, Tuvalu, and San Marino.
Countries That Start With The Letter W
Journey through Wales Western Sahara and Wa Self-Administered Division and understand what sets these "W" regions apart from countries.
![The Letter "W" decorated in the features of Planet Earth.](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w300/upload/a0/41/e3/w.png)
Countries That Start With The Letter V
Journey to four unique countries named with the rare 'V'. Each has a captivating story behind its name and a rich cultural background.
Countries That Start With The Letter U
Explore seven unique countries that start with "U" and how they differ in pronunciation and cultural backgrounds, from Uganda and Ukraine, to the USA.
Countries That Start With The Letter S
There are a total of 26 countries that start with the letter "s," from Saint Kitts and the Nevis to Syria. Each has varying origins for their names.
Countries That Start With The Letter R
Russia, Rwanda, and Romania are the three countries that begin with the letter R. Each has a distinct economic, social, and geographical background.
![The Letter "R" decorated in the features of Planet Earth.](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w110/upload/e6/71/f2/r.png)
10 Highest Mountains In The World
The world's 10 highest mountains (as measured by their maximum altitude) occupy the stunning Himalaya and Karakorum ranges.
![A small team of climbers and porters trudge towards K2: the King of the Karakorum range.](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w110/upload/6a/cd/4f/shutterstock-313808483.jpg)
Lake Bangweulu
Lake Bangweulu is a 5,800-square-mile shallow inland reservoir surrounded by sandy beaches and muddy swamps in northeastern Zambia's upper Congo River Basin.
![Lake Bangweulu](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w110/upload/fe/31/54/shutterstock-609992582.jpg)
Fort Peck Lake
The recreational activities around the lake drew the attention of people, and it quickly became a well-liked location for boating, camping, and fishing.
![Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge near Fort Peck Lake.](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w300/upload/e1/84/70/shutterstock-572037196.jpg)
Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone National Park
The Grand Prismatic Spring is famous for its richly saturated coloration, being a deep blue in the center, with an outer rim that changes color.
![Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone National Park.](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w110/upload/50/80/e8/shutterstock-2325284279.jpg)
What Is The Longest Country Name In The World?
Explore the world of geopolitics with our article on the longest official country names, delving into nations' history and unique identities.
![A group of flags from countries from around the world on flagpoles, fluttering in the wind against the backdrop of a blue sky.](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w110/upload/ce/12/24/group-flags.jpg)
Lake Kyoga
Lake Kyoga is a natural marvel that deserves attention. So, let's begin to explore this beautiful body of water situated in the heart of the African continent
![Lake Kyoga, Uganda.](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w110/upload/87/1a/2b/adobestock-257331926.jpeg)
Is Russia In Europe Or Asia?
Explore Russia's geographic and cultural identity across Europe and Asia by examining historical background and geographical boundaries.
![map of the largest countries](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w600/upload/9d/25/10/artboard-1-4x.png)
The Largest Countries In The World
Explore this ranking of the world's largest countries by area to discover insights about disputes, key features, and geographic attributes.
Lake Maracaibo
Northwestern Venezuela's Lake Maracaibo is the largest lagoon in South America, and at 36 million years old, it is also one of the oldest lagoons on Earth.
Mount Townsend
Mount Townsend is located in the Buckhorn Wilderness in Washington State in the mountainous area of the famous northeastern Olympic Peninsula.
![Houseboats during sunrise near Wahweap Marina on Lake Powell. Image credit Paul Brady Photography via Shutterstock.](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w650/upload/8a/fd/a9/shutterstock-1009732288-2.jpg)
12 Crystal-Clear Lakes In The United States You Have To See
These are some of the United States' most crystal-clear lakes that visitors must see to believe, from California to Missouri!
Thracian Sea
The Thracian Sea is the northernmost extension of the Aegean Sea, which connects to the Mediterranean Sea in the South.
![South shore of the Kokemaenjoki River.](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w110/upload/62/41/17/shutterstock-569589409.jpg)
Kokemaenjoki River
Also known as the Kokemäen River, the Kokemaenjoki River flows in Southwestern Finland. It traces its source to Lake Pyhä.
![Aerial view of the deltaic region of the Amazon River.](https://www.worldatlas.com/r/w110/upload/3b/6a/fa/shutterstock-1916509103.jpg)
Amazon Delta
The enigmatic Amazon Delta, often overshadowed by the Amazon Rainforest, is a thing of sheer beauty, a natural marvel.