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5 Largest Deserts In The World
We often think of deserts as vast expanses of sand that are completely devoid of life. However, as we will shortly see, some deserts don't contain sand at all while others...
A Brief History Of Time Zones
Although most people rarely think about time zones, they play a vital role in globalization and world affairs. From the lush jungles of Brazil to the snow capped peaks of Nepal...
5 Busiest Airports In The US
With over 5,000 public airports across the continental United States, there's no shortage of busy hubs where people can travel quickly from one destination to another...
8 Oldest Homes in America
America is home to some notably old structures that hold a grand history of the families that built them and the area where they stand. Leap back in time to learn about...
5 Smallest Countries In The World
We often think of a country as a sprawling landmass that contains numerous distinct regions and administrative centers. However, as we will shortly see, some countries are...
5 Largest Islands In The World
Although it's difficult to determine how many islands exist throughout the world, we do have a lot of information about the largest ones. Some of the largest islands...
7 Wonders of the Modern World
The 7 Wonders of the Modern World, also known as the New 7 Wonders of the World, are a series of monuments that have been recognized as the greatest man-made structures...
Top 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
UNESCO World Heritage Sites are landmarks that have been recognized for their cultural, historical, or scientific importance. Although there's certainly no shortage...
Magellan & The Age Of Exploration: Circumnavigating The Earth
In September of 1519, Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan departed from Spain with a crew of 270 men and five of the most advanced ships that Europe had ever seen...
Antigua & The Kingdom of Guatemala
Antigua is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former capital of the Kingdom of Guatemala, the name given to an administrative division of the Spanish Empire...
5 Interesting Facts About the Maya Civilization
When people think about the Maya civilization, most probably remember the 2012 doomsday scenario that the Maya supposedly predicted through their long count calendar. While there is no actual evidence to suggest the Maya...