Atlas Obscura

‘Liden Gunver’ in Copenhagen, Denmark

The Little Mermaid statue inspired by the Hans Christian Andersen tale is well ...

A Guide to the Cardamoms of the World

This article is adapted from the February 15, 2025, edition of Gastro Obscura’...

‘Pineapple! The Queen of Fruits in Muskau Park’ in Bad ...

Tucked in Muskau Park, a UNESCO World Heritage gem, the Castle Gardens and its ...

'Monument to Lovers and Cats' in Baku, Azerbaijan

Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, is a feline paradise not unlike Istanbul. Ther...

'Victims of Revolutions' in Paris, France

Pere Lachaise Cemetery covers an impressive 110 acres. In this vast expanse one...

Den Spauwer in Brussels, Belgium

Near the famous Grand Place of Brussels, at the corner of Steenstraat and Kolen...

Eagle Cuauhxicalli in Mexico City, Mexico

The Catholic church of El Señor del Buen Despacho, or The Lord of the Prompt Di...

Café De Dokter in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Tucked away just a few steps from the bustling Kalverstraat, Amsterdam’s main s...

Martinstor McDonald's in Freiburg, Germany

While the term "McDonaldization" is often used to refer to the spread of cultur...

Sebilj of St. Louis in St. Louis, Missouri

The Bevo Mill neighborhood of St. Louis, Missouri is home to the world’s larges...

Animal Courtships: Our Favorite Reads

Having trouble landing a date? Take some tips from the animal kingdom. In these ...

In Rio, a Reincarnated Spirit Can Chase Away the Rain

Rainstorms are a frequent occurrence in Rio de Janeiro’s tropical climate. Yet y...

Vermont Street in San Francisco, California

San Francisco is a city built on countless hills. As such, it is no surprise th...

Museum of Encaustic Art in Los Cerrillos, New Mexico

Down a dusty dirt road outside of Los Cerrillos, New Mexico, lies a museum cele...

Tasso Heritage Center in Pepel, Sierra Leone

Tasso Island is often overshadowed by its neighbor Bunce Island, the site of a ...

Tate and Lyle Sugar Silo in Liverpool, England

In the 1950s, the food company Tate and Lyle ran into problems with their sugar...

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