Geography

6 Captivating European Border Cities Worth Visiting

Thanks to their locations along territorial lines, border cities offer a fascinating mix of culture and history found in few places around the globe. From the only national capital in the world to border two foreign countries to the glitz and glamor of the French Riviera, explore seven captivating European border cities.

What Are the World’s Largest Deserts?

Deserts cover around one-third of Earth’s land surface area. These geographical regions are defined by arid climates where one-of-a-kind ecosystems thrive. Wondering which of Earth’s deserts are the largest? Read on to discover the 10 largest deserts in the world.

Geography
7 Fascinating Facts About the “Stan” Countries

There are seven countries in the world whose names end with the suffix "-stan." But despite their similar names, these independent states each have their own unique history and culture that make them distinct. Discover seven fascinating facts about the “-stan” countries.

Geography
7 Incredibly Short Town Names, From “Å” to “Y”

There are millions of place names on Earth. Remarkably, some are just one or two letters long. Discover seven places with the shortest town names in the world and the stories behind them.

Geography
What Are the World’s Largest Islands?

There are an estimated 900,000 official islands on the planet, but not all islands are created equal. Discover the world's nine largest islands.

Geography