Our world holds many wonders, both natural and man-made. When nature’s splendor and human ingenuity collide, the result can be spectacular, and also bizarrely beautiful.

One of the most compelling aspects of planet Earth is its variety. From icy masses to humid jungles, arid deserts, and jagged mountain peaks, there's a staggering array of natural wonders to enjoy.

Our planet is so full of breathtaking nature and fascinating cultural phenomena that it's often difficult to prioritize which ones to visit. UNESCO takes some of that burden off our hands with thei...

Some places on earth are so full of vibrant color, natural wonder, and jaw-dropping vistas they look like they leapt from the pages of a science fiction novel or off the palate of an oil painting. ...

Despite the fact that the humans have covered most of the world in networks of asphalt, there remain a handful of untouched places so untamed and off-the-beaten path that you can only reach them by...

Have you ever been amazed that even on Earth, you can find some epically extraterrestrial landscapes? The shifting plates, combined with the relentless forces of wind, water and time have sculpted ...

After gazing up at the ominous winding steps and hundreds of Chinese tourists milling about, it was hard not to imagine I was about to embark on some sort of mystical journey. The kind that could o...

Waterfalls are caused by an undercutting of rock (more commonly, a mountain) and water erosion. The uppermost eroded layer of rock hangs ever so slightly over the mountain causing a turbulent surge...

Sustainable tourism is the act of limiting travel's harmful impacts on the environment and encouraging positive benefits to the community through job creation or service projects. With eco-consciou...