Geography

The States With Multiple Time Zones (And the Travel Mistakes It Causes)

Most U.S. states are confined to a single time zone, but there are some instances where parts of a state are an hour ahead of or behind other areas within the same state. While many locals have adjusted to these unusual circumstances, the odd time differences may create headaches for uninformed visitors

5 of the World’s Biggest Plateaus

Found on every continent, plateaus can vary immensely in size and altitude. From the Altiplano of South America to the colossal Tibetan Plateau in Asia, these are five of Earth’s major plateaus you should know.

Geography
What Are Antipodes? 5 Cities and Their Surprising Counterparts

Geographically speaking, antipodes are two points on Earth that are located diametrically opposite one another. Check out five surprising antipodal pairings.

Geography
Why Animals Don’t Cross This Invisible Border

The geopolitical boundary between Asia and Oceania lies between Indonesia and the island of New Guinea. But international borders aside, there’s also an invisible line that cuts through the region that defines the zoological differences between the two continents. Discover the fascinating history of the Wallace Line.

Geography
The Longest Mountain Ranges on Earth

Mountain ranges are the backbone of Earth’s continents. Millions of years old, these immense formations can stretch across one or multiple countries. Here’s where to find the longest mountain ranges on the planet.

Geography