Geography

The World’s Smallest Inhabited Islands

The world's largest island is Greenland, covering 836,330 square miles, but on the opposite end of the spectrum are islands are only a few thousand square feet. Check out five of the tiniest islands that people call home.

Did You Know These 6 Countries Have Multiple Capitals?

The cities chosen to be national capitals often hold special historic significance, major population centers, or strategic locations within a country. But did you know that not all countries choose just one capital? Unusually, these six countries have multiple capital cities — find out why.

Geography
Mexico’s Name Isn’t Mexico — and These Other Country Names Aren’t What You Think, Either

We tend to abbreviate names to make them easier to remember. This also rings true for countries. Not only do we shorten the official names of certain nations around the world, but in some cases, we also change them significantly. Check out these seven official country names that aren’t what you might have originally thought.

Geography
Blurry Borders & Strange Sinkholes: 6 Unusual Coastlines to Visit

Some coastlines consist of simple and serene sandy beaches. Others have geographical quirks and geological mysteries that aren’t easily explained. From a coastline with a jarring time zone difference to a mapping mistake that causes blurry border boundaries, here are six of the world’s weirdest coastal regions.

Geography
Midwest or Northeast — How Are the U.S. Geographical Regions Defined?

Have you ever wondered if a state like Kansas is considered part of the Midwest or the West? The United States Census Bureau divides the country into four distinct geographical regions: the Midwest, the Northeast, the South, and the West. Here’s how each region of the U.S. is officially defined.

Geography