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7 U.S. Malls That Are Destinations in Themselves

Decades ago, shopping malls were pretty utilitarian. Today, many malls are full-blown attractions, with everything from indoor ski slopes to roller coasters, aquariums, and luxury retailers so grand they rival European fashion districts.

7 Fascinating Abandoned Airports Around the World

While many airports continue to operate and grow, others have become ghostly relics. Discover tales of ambition and decline as you explore these seven abandoned airports around the world.

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10 of the Most Beautiful Amtrak Stations in America

During the golden age of rail travel, trains were the ultimate form of luxury transportation. Although train travel isn’t as grand as it once was, these 10 train stations remain as beautiful as ever.

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5 of the Most Expensive Highways Ever Built

How expensive can it be to lay a road? The answer is likely more than you think. Here are five of the most expensive highways ever built.

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This Highway in the Clouds Is an Engineering Marvel

As the world’s third-largest country by area, China has often had to get creative with transportation infrastructure. Here's why the Ya’an-Xichang Expressway, also known as Yaxi Highway — aka the "Highway in the Clouds — is a marvel of engineering.

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