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From the deepest point in the world to the Earth’s real age, here are 20 geography facts you’ve always wondered about...

Throughout the world, prehistoric peoples have arranged curious clusters of stones and erected enormous megaliths from the earth that remain shrouded in mystery and legend...

As the point on the map where a journey begins or ends, railway stations take on a sort of sacred meaning for many travelers. Swipe your ticket at these nine cathedrals of train travel...

Around the world, there are still plenty of human-made monuments that boggle the minds of even the most acclaimed scientists and archaeologists. Here are 12 such monuments that remain a mystery...

From crab bridges on Christmas Island to toad tunnels in California, check out these seven creative ways for wildlife to pass safely across roadways...

For millennia, pyramids have been beguiling humankind with their striking triangular-shaped appearances. But while Egypt might have the most famous pyramids, that only scratches the surface of the weird and wonderful pyramidal structures around the world...

The key to finding idyllic coffee culture is all in the atmosphere. Take a look at 10 of the most stunning places to sip a cup of joe around the world...

Ever wanted to live like royalty for the night? In some corners of the world, you’ll find luxury hotels repurposed from former castles, chateaus, fortresses, and palaces right out of your fairy-tale dreams...

Some people can’t resist a challenge. But when it comes to these seven unique places around the world, good luck — they’re either completely illegal for outsiders to visit or next to impossible to secure access. ...

Like many international traditions, this fun-loving Bavarian festival has spread to all corners of the globe, delighting beer enthusiasts each autumn. From Brazil to Canada and England, these are seven of the best Oktoberfest celebrations outside of Germany...

Canyons reliably provide some of nature’s most dramatic landscapes. Check out 15 of the most remote, grand, and beautiful canyons in the world...

When we think of wonders of the world, we typically tend to imagine above-ground attractions, but these underwater marvels are no less fascinating...

Replicas of famous landmarks abound across the globe, offering a taste of the originals to visitors who may never travel beyond their own country. Here are eight you should visit...

The world is home to millions of truly fascinating creatures. Explore your wild side with these eight bucket-list animal experiences you can try around the world...

From the Statue of Liberty to a 420-foot-tall statue of Buddha, discover nine of the world's tallest statues you have to see to believe...

A lot of metaphorical ink has been devoted to the places with the longest names, but there are some interesting places at the other end of the spectrum, too...

It may surprise you to learn that some of the world’s most enduring landmarks weren’t meant to stick around for long — from triumphal arches to world’s fair pavilions and instantly recognizable signs, domes, and towers...

Some cities weren’t always known by their present names. Travel through time to discover what people from the past called these major metropolises, and how they got their current epithet...

Buckle up and explore 10 of the longest roads in the world, from coast-to-coast highways across America to a transcontinental route from the top to the bottom of the world...

Waterfalls come in many forms and are found on every continent. Here are 15 wild and wonderful waterfalls you can visit — just don’t get too close to the edge!...

From pancakes races to lemon parades, these food festivals go beyond the usual tastings and cook-offs...

Modern or ancient, these 15 bubbling, beautiful fountains around the world are sure to make a splash...

From the wonderfully whimsical world of sculpted animals to carefully carved geometric designs, topiary is a fascinating art form. Check out 11 beautiful topiary gardens around the globe...

Borders often neatly separate countries, states, territories, and cities, but sometimes — thanks to a variety of historical and geographical factors — the world's borders aren't as clear-cut...

Some hotels are taking their amenity games to the next level. From lunch with a sumo wrestler to artisan soap concierges, here are 10 over-the-top resort amenities that actually exist...