Places And Travel

Places

Grand Coulee Dam

Grand Coulee Dam is a huge concrete gravity dam that spans the Columbia River about 145km to the northwest of the city of Spokane.

Places

Bonneville Dam

The Bonneville Lock and Dam is among the oldest of the many federal locks and dams, that spanned the Columbia River.

Places

Hansen Dam

Hansen Dam is a flood-control dam that has been constructed on the 20.9km long Tujunga Wash stream, which is a tributary of the Los Angeles River.

Regions

Sub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan Africa is the part of the African continent south of the Sahara Desert. Thus, it consists of the overwhelming majority of Africa’s landmass.

Cities

Cahaba, Alabama

In the US state of Alabama, there was once a town called Cahaba (also spelled Cahawba). It was founded in the early 19th century, and was once the state capital.

Parks

Battersea Park

Battersea Park is a green space situated in the London Borough of Wandsworth. It sits along the south bank of  River Thames.

Cities

What Is The Difference Between A City And A Town?

Although towns and cities are urban centers, they generally differ by geographical size, population, and level of infrastructural development.

Cities

Leadville, Colorado

Nestled in the mountains of Colorado is the town of Leadville. This town owes its existence to the gold rush that began in the mid-19th century.

Parks

McKinney Falls State Park

Covering an area of only 3.01 sq. km, the McKinney Falls State Park is situated at the meeting point of the Williamson and Onion Creeks.

Parks

Bryant Park

Covering an area of only 0.038 sq. km, Bryant Park is a public park that is situated in the Manhattan borough of New York City.

Cities

Abilene, Kansas

Abilene was typical of a frontier town in what was once the Old West, complete with cowboys and gunfights and is still very much part of the cattle industry.

State Parks

Blue Hills Reservation

Covering an area of 28 sq. km, the Blue Hills Reservation is a state park that is situated in Norfolk County in the US State of Massachusetts.

Falls

Tahquamenon Falls

Tahquamenon Falls is one of Michigan’s natural wonders and a scenic beauty that has attracted visitors for years with its unbeatable sounds and sight.

Falls

Havasu Falls

The Havasu Falls is located about 2.4 kilometers from Supai Village and is the third waterfall in the Grand Canyon.

Cities

Natchitoches, Louisiana

Natchitoches (pronounced Nack-a-tish) is a town located in the southern US state of Louisiana. It is the oldest European settlement in the state.

Places

The 10 Tallest Buildings In North America

North America is home to some of the world’s tallest buildings. Of North America’s 120 tallest buildings, 38 are in New York City and 15 in Chicago.

Cities

Capital Cities Of The United States

State capitals exist for the same reason that national capitals exist. That is, to be the seat of government.

Falls

America's 10 Most Spectacular Waterfalls

Coming in various configurations of cascades, free-falling waters, or rushing down the base surface, here are the 10 most spectacular waterfalls of the US.

Cities

Clarksdale, Mississippi

Clarksdale is a town in the US state of Mississippi; a town with a lot of historical significance. It is located in a region known as the Mississippi Delta.

Parks

Richmond Park

Richmond Park is located in the Richmond Upon Thames borough of London, England. It is the largest of all of London’s Royal Parks.

Landmarks

Gateway Arch, St. Louis

Standing at 190 meters, the Gateway Arch is one of Missouri’s popular landmarks and the world’s tallest arch. The monument is located in St. Louis.

Heritage Sites

New York Harbor

The New York Harbor is one of the world’s busiest waterways and largest natural harbors. The harbor is located on the East Coast.

Cities

Granbury, Texas

Granbury is a town in the US state of Texas, not too far from the greater metropolitan area of Dallas and Fort Worth.

Cities

Mammoth Lakes, California

Mammoth Lakes is a small town nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, the most prominent mountain range in the US state of California.

Places

America's 10 Best Long-Distance Hiking Trails

This list, comprising of 15 miles and over, best trails in the US, offers an insight into some of the most rewarding and scenically diverse hiking opportunities.

Cities

Sturbridge, Massachusetts

Sturbridge is a town located in the US state of Massachusetts. It was named after a town in England, and began as a mining operation.

Places

The World's 10 Most Scenic Drives

Often becoming the most cherished experiences of a lifetime, road trips allow bonding between friends and loved ones, while testing and growing these relationships stronger.

Historic Sites

Sleepy Hollow, New York

Sleepy Hollow is a small town located in the state of New York. It is best known for its connection to the famous work entitled The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.

Cities

Annapolis, Maryland

Annapolis is the capital of the US state of Maryland. It was first settled by Europeans in 1649, and became the capital of the Maryland colony in 1694.

Falls

Kaaterskill Falls

Kaaterskill Falls is a 79-m waterfall in Kaaterskill Wild Forest of New York, United States. It is situated in the eastern part of the Catskill Mountains.

National Parks

The Best Dark Sky Parks In The United States

This list will look at eight major dark sky parks in the United States which offer amazing views of the world beyond our planet.

Cities

Which State Is Washington, D.C. In?

Washington D.C. is not located in any of the 50 US states. It is located in the District of Columbia, which is what D.C. stands for.

Cities

Camden, Maine

Camden is a small town on the mid-west coast of Maine. Although the town has just a small permanent population, it is often packed with tourists.

Falls

Shoshone Falls

Shoshone Falls, also called the “Niagara of the West”, is a 65-meter waterfall in western United States in south central Idaho.

Cities

America's 10 Most Beautiful Skylines

A city's skyline is its signature. Although every state has a skyline to show off, the 10 on this list are the most beautiful in the United States. 

Cities

Taos, New Mexico

Taos is popular with tourists, not only for its historic sites, but also for the many outdoor activities that are available in the area’s breathtaking landscape.

Falls

Toketee Falls

Toketee Falls is one of the best-known waterfalls located on the North Umpqua River in Douglas County, Oregon, United States.

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