So far as quality of life went in the Classical world, it was pretty great to be a Roman and not-so-great to be their enemy. But say what you will about the Roman tendency to push the boundaries of ...

Mother Nature sure knows how to make a statement. The planet is dotted with all sorts of gorgeous creations, from cascading waterfalls to towering volcanoes to otherworldly salt flats you won’t ...

The Earth is full of unique, amazing, and strange places. These spots are often hidden and waiting for curious travelers to ...

Laura Paskus has been visiting the same section of the Rio Grande for 15 years. She has a loop she likes to walk or run where she observes the river’s water levels and takes in the water’s smell from ...

The dunes are home to an array of beautiful flora and fauna. Here’s what to look for—and how you can help protect them. Our country’s national parks are full of rare and wild natural splendor, and ...

"I love this." Video shows startling moment when dam removal project seemingly erupts: '[The] power of water' first appeared ...

What happens when 100 million people from around the world vote on the most amazing natural wonders in over 200 countries? You wind up with The New 7 Wonders of Nature. Similar to the New 7 Wonders of ...

The Kansas Sampler Foundation in 2010 created the "8 Wonders of Kansas Geography" to highlight the state's diverse natural landscapes. These sites offer opportunities to experience tallgrass prairie, ...