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Landmarks

The 6 Most Beautiful Gothic Churches In West Virginia

West Virginia’s most beautiful Gothic churches, from stone towers to stained glass, showcase 19th-century revival architecture.

Cities

9 Prettiest Main Streetscapes In Nevada

These Nevada streetscapes prove that a town's inherent beauty lies in its history, good bones, and unique sense of place.

Cities

This Small Colorado Town Has The Best Downtown

Telluride’s historic downtown blends mountain scenery, vibrant festivals, local culture, and outdoor adventure in one of Colorado’s most distinctive towns.

Cities

10 Of The Friendliest Towns In Missouri

Explore Missouri’s friendliest small towns, where festivals, fairs, markets, and local attractions create welcoming, community-centered experiences.

Bodies of Water

6 Snake-Filled Waters In Michigan

Michigan’s lakes and rivers support a surprising range of snake species, from water snakes to rattlesnakes, across both peninsulas.

Travel

7 Small Towns in Florida with the Best Downtowns

Florida's downtowns originated from railway stops, ports, and land grants, forming community-focused areas with unique character across the state.

Bodies of Water

5 Snake-Filled Waters In Mississippi

Explore how Mississippi’s rivers, reservoirs, and coastal seashore create ideal habitat for both venomous and harmless snakes.

Animals

10 Longest Snakes in the United States

These are the ten biggest snakes in the United States from non-venomous monsters to venomous predators like the rattlesnake.

Animals

The Most Snake Infested Lakes in Vermont

These lakes found in Vermont are home to snakes such as the Timber Rattlesnake, the Common Garter Snake, the Eastern Ribbonsnake, and more.

Rivers

The Most Snake Infested Rivers In Montana

With roughly 169,829 miles of river flowing through the region, some snakes feel at home in or adjacent to Montana's waterways. 

Destinations

The Historic Heart of the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia

With its historical architecture, scenic beauty, and vibrant cultural scene, Lexington is a great destination for history enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Travel

8 Most Underrated Towns In Wyoming To Take A Trip To

Have you been thinking about packing your bags and taking a trip to Wyoming? If so, there are loads of underrated small towns with beautiful views.

Animals

5 Most Dangerous Insects In Pennsylvania

From the excruciating sting of the bald-faced hornet to the aggressive yellow jacket, these five types of insects from Pennsylvania demand caution and respect

Lakes

7 Most Beautiful Lakes In Nebraska

Nebraska’s lakes are largely man-made, but they play an outsized role in the state’s outdoor life so explore some of the most scenic and well-used lakes across the state

Animals

The 8 Venomous Snakes Of Georgia

Georgia has a few venomous snakes that we should all be aware of — but it's important to remember their importance to the Peach State's ecological balance.

Travel

7 Small Towns in Michigan with the Best Downtowns

These Michigan downtowns showcase history, waterfronts, and local flavor, from Bavarian Frankenmuth to Marquette’s Lake Superior streets.

Politics

Who Were The US Presidents That Won All 50 States?

No U.S. president has ever won all 50 states. Learn which leaders came closest, why it happened historically, and why it is unlikely today.

History

How The Ottoman Legal System Worked

The Ottoman legal system was a combination of religious and secular law, existing at the intersection of various beliefs.

Crime

The Largest Jails in the United States

The largest US jails are concentrated in a few counties, mainly urban areas, influencing local policies and community safety.

Geography

What Is The Longest Country Name In The World?

Discover the ten countries with the longest official names in the world, ranked by letter count, and learn the history and meaning behind each title.

Travel

10 Overlooked Towns In Alabama Worth Visiting

These Alabama towns combine heritage, seasonal festivals, and incredible local communities, providing countless reasons to visit them on your next holiday.

Society

The Largest Universities In Canada By Enrollment

These are Canada’s largest universities by enrollment, including U of T and UBC, with student numbers, campuses, and key academic strengths.

Geography

The 10 Least Populated Countries In Europe

Europe is home to over 40 countries, yet many of them house fewer than a few thousand residents, making them some of the least populated in the world.

History

Slavery In The Ottoman Empire

Some features of Ottoman slavery made it distinct from those in other empires, including increased social mobility and a lack of a racial or hereditary basis.

Space

The Most Common Elements In The Universe

Some elements are more common than others, with the amount of any given element in the universe related to its simplicity and formation within stars.

Society

Countries With The Strictest Dress Codes

Countries with the strictest dress codes, often rooted in religious or ideological law or require specific modesty for tourists to respect local customs.

Ancient World

7 Strange Discoveries About the Lost City of Pompeii

Pompeii has always fascinated archaeologists and historians for its near-perfect preservation of an ancient city, but we still learn new things all the time.

Volcanoes

5 Prominent Dormant Volcanoes

Volcanoes can wreak destruction in just minutes. Some lie dormant for years before blowing their top once again. Here are five that could erupt again in your lifetime.

Peninsulas

Sinai Peninsula

The Sinai Peninsula, which is part of Egypt, is shaped like a triangle, and serves as a land bridge between the Middle East and North Africa.

Geography

What Are The Different Types Of Maps?

An overview of the different types of maps including topographic, climatological, thematic maps, weather maps, and politic maps.

History

Why The Ottomans Expanded So Quickly Across Three Continents

The importance of the Ottoman expansion across 3 continents is difficult to overstate. It shaped the history of millions of people, cultures, and religions.

Industries

The Breadbaskets of the World

Breadbaskets are among the most important regions in the world, producing substantial quantities of grains and other crops that sustain humans worldwide.

Geography

The 10 Smallest Countries In Asia By Area

These ten countries are the smallest in Asia by area, from the island nation of the Maldives to the economic hub of Kuwait.

Industries

The Top 10 Tomato-Producing States In The United States

A few powerhouse states dominate U.S. tomato production, led by California and Florida, supplying processing and fresh markets nationwide year-round.

Society

Dry Counties of the United States

Dry counties in the U.S. prohibit alcohol sales, mainly in the rural South and Midwest, with varying restrictions in neighboring areas.

Society

Countries With Zero Income Tax For Digital Nomads

Digital nomad visas allow you to take your work with you to new and exciting places. If you want this to be your lifestyle, read on to find out where to go!

Economics

10 U.S. States With the Highest Household Income

High-income states in the U.S. are mainly in advanced industries like biotech, finance, defense, and tech, with high costs and inequality.

Transportation

The 10 Busiest Train Stations in the World

Busiest train stations, mostly in Japan, serve as dense transit-commercial hubs; Shinjuku leads, while India’s Howrah and Sealdah rank high.

Industries

The World’s Entire Gold Supply, Above and Below Ground

Gold above ground totals 216,265 tonnes; mainly jewellery, investment, reserves, and industrial uses. Underground reserves (64,000 tonnes) still matter.

GDP

The 10 Richest Cities In Germany

Germany’s richest cities cluster around specialised industry: Wolfsburg, Ingolstadt, Erlangen and others, not big metropolises, lead prosperity rankings.