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Tehran, Iran

Golestan Palace

Iran's "Rose Garden Palace," built during 131 years of rule by Qajar kings, consists of 17 stunning structures.
Corfu, Greece

Corfu Museum of Asian Art

A spectacular Neoclassical palace is home more than 15,000 artifacts and works of art.
Brescia, Italy

National Museum of Photography

Explore the evolution of photography and cinema through historical and contemporary equipment.
Memphis, Tennessee

Metal Museum

A museum dedicated to preserving, promoting, and advancing the art and craft of fine metalwork.
Wemding, Germany

'Zeitpyramide' ('Time Pyramid')

An abstract sculpture that will be a work in progress for the next 1,000 years.
film

Sound Influence: The Art and Soul of Puerto Rico

A new podcast from Atlas Obscura and Talkhouse, narrated by Luis Guzmán.
Framingham, Massachusetts

Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller Collection

The largest collection of works by a pioneering Black woman sculptor is on display at this Massachusetts art museum.
Beeler in her studio.
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The 'Mushroom Color Atlas' Captures the Palette and Potential of Fungi

Julie Beeler's work presents a sustainable alternative to synthetic fabric dyes.
Lily Stewart November 20, 2024
Bangkok, Thailand

Wat Sutthi Wararam

Displaying religious art made almost exclusively in modern styles helps set this Buddhist temple apart from the myriad others in Bangkok.
Art detective Arthur Brand has recovered scores of stolen works of art, including Picasso's 'Buste de femme (Dora Maar),' which is worth about $30 million.
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Art Detective Arthur Brand Is Like Indiana Jones but With a More Elegant Wardrobe

Mysterious late-night visits, an undercover hunt for Hitler's horses, and a Picasso on the couch are business as usual for the Dutch sleuth.
Nina Strochlic November 19, 2024
Zaandam, Netherlands

Verfmolen De Kat

This windmill has been grinding pigments for traditional paints for more than 200 years.
Matakana Toilets, New Zealand
nature

10 Bathrooms to Pee in Before You Die

From a floating restroom to a john encased in one-way glass, these toilets take using the facilities to a whole new level.
Atlas Obscura November 12, 2024
New York, New York

'Dreams of Hyperion'

A unique collection of figures perform down the facade of the Gene Frankel Theatre.
Claremont, California

'Dividing the Light'

This public Skyspace created by artist James Turrell for his alma mater puts on a show every day at sunrise and sunset.
Kyoto, Japan

Chaos Room

A nondescript building is home to a one-room museum filled with an overwhelming array of art and objects.
Madrid, Spain

Iguazú Digital Waterfall

This 40-meter waterfall of light graces one of the most iconic stations in the Madrid metro network.
Corris, Wales

'Little Italy'

One man's love affair with this Mediterranean country has been turned into a work of whimsical delight.
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How Two Artists Are Painting Portland’s Future

Explore Portland, Maine through the paintings of Rachel and Ryan Adams, two visionary artists making waves in the city’s vibrant cultural landscape