Geography

The 6 States With the Strangest Shapes

When looking at a map of the U.S., you might notice unexpected curves and other irregularities that seem to make little sense. Here are six of the most strangely shaped states — and why they look the way they do.

What’s the World’s Oldest (and Deepest) Lake?

You may not know much about Lake Baikal, but maybe you should: The world's oldest existing freshwater lake on Earth reaches far deeper than any other lake on the planet, and is home to an incredibly diverse ecosystem. Check out these fascinating facts.

Geography
10 States With the Shortest Coastlines

It’s no surprise that Alaska, California, and Florida have some of the most substantial coastlines of any state. But at the other end of the spectrum, there are some states with just a few dozen miles of seacoast.

Geography
5 State Borders That Are Less Settled Than You Think

You may have thought U.S. state borders were set in stone by now, but here are five fascinating cases that are fuzzier than you may have realized.

Geography
5 Destinations That Experience 24-Hour Darkness in Winter

We all know that the days are shorter in winter and longer in summer, but go far enough north and you’ll experience a phenomenon called the polar night or the midnight sun.

Geography