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food

America's Most Obscure Regional Pizza Styles

Do you want a slice of American cheese on that?
Alex Mayyasi & Daniel Bromfield June 27, 2022
national parks

How Ukraine’s Environmentalists Are Helping the War Effort

Scientists and citizens unite in a 'vast network of resistance.'
Matthew Ponsford June 27, 2022
food

Podcast: The Goiter Belt

A public health crisis plagued the Midwest until a ubiquitous cooking ingredient provided the solution.
The Podcast Team June 28, 2022
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wildlife & nature

Chile’s Atacama Desert: Geology, Geoglyphs & Ghost Towns

Chile
Oct 28–Nov 4, 2022
From $5,830 USD
Incredible geologic formations, otherworldly desert landscapes, remnants of ancient cultures, and a resurrected beach mining town.
history

Subterranean Slovenia: Caves, Cellars, and Secret Tunnels

Slovenia
Oct 9–15, 2022
From $3,205 USD
Descend into the storied labyrinth of the Slovenian karst to explore winding caves, historic tunnels, cellar-like spaces, and even ancient bear fossils.
history

Tunisia & the Sands of Time

Tunisia
Feb 12–24, 2023
From $4,890 USD
Discover unique landscapes, wander through winding medinas, relax by ancient oases, and journey to the Sahara and back.
+ 4 other dates
art & culture

Literature, Lore & Libations Across Ireland’s Northwest

Ireland
Sep 9–17, 2022
From $5,730 USD
An exciting itinerary celebrating the legends, lore, stories, and storytellers of Ireland and their inspiration.
art & culture

Discover Chile: From Santiago to Patagonia

Chile
Nov 3–10, 2022
From $7,765 USD
history

Past Future Monuments of the Balkans

Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia
Oct 4–16, 2022
From $3,860 USD
Take a road trip across Serbia, Croatia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina with Atlas Obscura as we explore the Balkans in search of Yugoslav memorial sites.
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Seal Cove Auto Museum
This Maine museum is home to one of the first motor vehicles.
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Grafton, New Hampshire

Ruggles Mine

Generations of rockhounds got their start at this beloved, historic mine.
Silver Peak, Nevada

Silver Peak

The precious-metals strikes dating back to the 1860s are now mostly inactive, but this area has become the United States' only domestic source of lithium.
San Francisco, California

Gregangelo Museum

A 1920s home transformed into an immersive art experience, where every room is a portal to another realm.
Chewton, Australia

Robert Penney Bakery Sculpture

A 19th-century baker stands ready to serve customers.
Ohakune, New Zealand

Ohakune Carrot

The largest model carrot in the world.
Weligama, Sri Lanka

Kushtarajagala Statue

Does this 10-foot-tall statue carved into a rock face depict a king afflicted by a skin condition or a Buddhist figure?
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Nature Printing With Latifat Apatira

Starts Tue, Jul 5
3 Sessions
$140 per person
Online Course

How We Dream: The Science, History & Future of Dreaming With Sidarta Ribeiro

Starts Wed, Jul 6
2 Sessions
$50 per person
Online Course

Tiny Ecosystems: Making Terrariums With the Terrorium Shop

Starts Wed, Jul 6
3 Sessions
$150 per person
Online Course

How to Read a Landscape: Botany & Ecology With Annie Novak

Starts Mon, Jul 11
3 Sessions
$65 per person
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Playing Ancient Games: History & Mythology With John Bucher

Starts Mon, Jul 11
3 Sessions
$210 per person
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The Truth About Sharks With Melissa Cristina Márquez

Starts Mon, Jul 11
5 Sessions
$80 per person
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