Explore Your World — History
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. Some are little more than a few terminals whereas others are enormous structures that serve millions of travelers every year.
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 8 of the oldest homes in America and the history that makes them unique.
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 no more than a small dot on a map. The smallest countries in the world range from tiny island nations to ancient microstates within western Europe.
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 in the world are a single country/territory whereas others are home to more than one country.
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 still in existence. In 2000, a campaign was undertaken to vote on new world wonders that would serve as an alternative to the already established list of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World. After more than 100 million total votes, the winners were finally announced in 2007.
Top 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
UNESCO World Heritage Sites are landmarks that have been recognized for their cultural, historical, or scientific importance.
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. Under the direction of King Charles of Spain, Magellan was tasked with discovering a western route to the Spice Islands, an archipelago in Indonesia.
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...