Geography Of The World

Lakes

The Lakes Fed By Glaciers In North America

Seven glacier-fed lakes across North America, from Banff's turquoise Moraine Lake to Alaska's remote Lake Clark, ranked by accessibility and appeal.

Bodies of Water

8 Snake-Filled Waters In South Dakota

Calm waters and scenic views hide a wilder side in some of South Dakota's lakes and rivers, where snakes thrive among wetlands and rocky shorelines.

Lakes

The Lakes Featured In Hollywood Films

Ten US lakes that played memorable roles in Hollywood films, from Lake Tahoe in The Godfather Part II to Mono Lake in High Plains Drifter.

Lakes

10 Largest Lakes In Asia

Asia features a large number of lakes that considerably vary in their origin, shape, and size. Discover the 10 largest lakes of Asia by surface area.

Bodies of Water

The World's Saltiest Bodies of Water

The Don Juan Pond is a small and very shallow hypersaline lake located in Antarctica and has a salinity of 44%.

Deserts

The Deserts Of Asia

Explore the vast deserts of Asia, from the frozen Gobi to the towering dunes of the Arabian Desert, and discover their unique landscapes and wildlife.

Oceans

Ocean Acidification

Ocean acidification is the lowering of the pH level in the ocean. The increased acidity in the ocean is mainly due to higher levels of carbon dioxide.

Geography

Is Hawaii a Part of Oceania or North America?

Is Hawaii part of Oceania or North America? Explore the geographic, cultural, and political factors that shape Hawaii’s place in the world.

Bodies of Water

Six Most Snake-Filled Bodies Of Water In Nevada

Discover six Nevada lakes, rivers, and reservoirs where snakes may be found, including garter snakes, gopher snakes, and rattlesnakes.

Geography

What Is the Siliguri Corridor?

The Siliguri Corridor links mainland India to the Northeast through a narrow West Bengal strip shaped by borders and transport routes.

Valleys

The World's Most Famous Valleys

Valleys are stretches of depressed land located between hills or mountains. From Canada to the Russian Far East, the following are 10 of the most famous valleys on the planet.

Lakes

The North American Lakes Losing Native Fish Fastest

Five North American lakes are losing native fish at alarming rates due to invasive species and climate-driven habitat loss.

Geography

Where The World's Gallium Comes From

Almost every modern semiconductor relies on gallium. It goes into 5G infrastructure, military radar, satellite systems, and LEDs. Here's where it's found.

Geography

What Happened To Nagorno-Karabakh

Nagorno-Karabakh’s 2023 offensive ended decades of separatist rule, displaced over 100,000 Armenians, and reshaped the South Caucasus.

Geography

Countries Bordering The Highest Number Of Other Countries

Read on to discover the countries that have the highest numbers of international borders and surprising facts about their boundaries in the article below.

Lakes

The US Lakes With the Most Islands

Discover U.S. lakes with remarkable island counts, including glacial archipelagos, reservoir islands, and freshwater landscapes shaped by ice and water.

Bodies of Water

The World's Largest Whirlpools

Explore the world’s largest and most powerful whirlpools, from legendary ocean maelstroms to tidal phenomena shaped by narrow channels and massive water flows.

Geography

Nordic Countries

The Nordic Countries are a group of 5 countries in northern Europe. They include Denmark, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland.

Mountains

The Major Mountain Ranges In Europe

Notable mountain ranges in Europe include the Alps, Caucasus, Black Forest, and Balkan Mountains.

Bodies of Water

5 Most Snake-Filled Bodies Of Water In North Dakota

North Dakota is home to a small number of snake species, and several of the state’s rivers, reservoirs, and Badlands waterways provide ideal habitat for them.

Bodies of Water

5 Most Snake-Filled Bodies Of Water In New Mexico

Snake-filled waters in New Mexico reveal where desert rivers, reservoirs, and wetlands draw aquatic hunters and shoreline predators.

Lakes

The Lakes Where Trout Grow Largest

Lakes in the United States with the largest trout are generally cold and deep, including Lake Superior, Pyramid Lake, and Iliamna Lake.

Geography

What Is Oceania?

Oceania is a region of the South Pacific Ocean. It consists of 4 subregions, Australia and New Zealand, Polynesia, Melanesia, and Micronesia.

Lakes

The Most Invasive Species Plagued Lakes In The United States

The five Great Lakes—Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, Lake Erie, and Lake Ontario—are the most invasive species-plagued lakes in the United States.

Deserts

The Largest Deserts In Australia

With an area of 348,750 square km, the Great Victoria Desert is Australia's largest desert.

Landforms

What Was The Gondwana Supercontinent?

Explore the history of Gondwana, the massive ancient landmass that once connected today’s southern continents for millions of years.

Geography

What Continent Is New Zealand In?

New Zealand is an island country and one of the many that make up Oceania. It is located in the South Pacific Ocean around 2,000 km southeast of Australia.

Geography

The Only Country in the World Named After a Woman

Saint Lucia is only country named after a woman.

Lakes

The Deadliest Storms in Great Lakes History

From the Lady Elgin to the White Hurricane, these Great Lakes storms sank ships, flooded shorelines, and scarred communities for generations.

Lakes

10 Pink Lakes From Around the World

Explore the world’s most remarkable pink lakes, known for vivid hues, unique ecosystems, and the science behind their unusual appearance.

Oceans

Which Ocean is the Cleanest?

The South Pacific and South Atlantic Oceans are the least polluted.

Geography

Countries That Border Three Oceans

Only two countries in the world border three oceans. They are Canada and Russia. Which are the oceans bordered by these countries? Get an answer here.

Geography

5-Letter Countries

24 countries have five-letter names in English. They are scattered all over the world, but eight of the 24 countries are located in Africa.

Geography

Least Densely Populated US States

Discover the least densely populated US states, where vast landscapes, small populations, and wide-open spaces define everyday life.

Lakes

The Most Endangered Lakes in the United States

A data-driven look at America’s most endangered lakes, highlighting key environmental threats such as pollution, invasive species, and water loss.

Geography

What Is BRICS+

Learn what BRICS+ is, which countries are members or partners, and how the bloc’s expansion is reshaping global politics and trade.

Geography

Every Country That Borders The Caspian Sea

Every country that borders the Caspian Sea (five total) shares a shoreline that is actually 27 meters below global sea level.

Geography

What Is The Indian Subcontinent?

It should be noted that the term Indian subcontinent is often used interchangeably with the terms South Asia and Southern Asia.

Lakes

What Is An Oxbow Lake?

Oxbow lakes are a curious geographic phenomenon that can be found in various countries around the world.

Bodies of Water

5 Most Snake-Filled Bodies Of Water In New Mexico

New Mexico may not make you think of water, but it has it, and that water is home to snakes. Here are the five most snake-filled bodies of water in the state.

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