Spices were one of the main products in early international trade and a major reason that some European nations sought…
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Though sandy, palm-framed beaches dominate the calendar industry and the imaginations of tourists, the world's rocky, rugged coastlines are no…
Tucked away in the Georgetown district of Washington, D.C. is a 16-acre treasure, rich with history and botanical surprises, Dumbarton…
Rivers are still important transportation routes in places where roads and rails cannot go. They are also a source of…
For many, Summer means the opportunity to attend any one of thousands of music festivals held across the globe. Recognizing…
Desert topography seems especially alien. It is no surprise that some of the world's most unusual and spectacular flowers, shrubs…
For these animals, negotiating rocky terrain and finding food in such a scarce environment is second nature.
From cougars and other large cats to crocodiles and alligators to hippopotamuses and rhinos, you would be surprised to see…
There are species of undomesticated animals that retain some or all of their wildness while performing tasks that benefit humans.
There are many unlikely animals that are able to endure or adapt to harsh environments. Here are some of the…