In more simple times, an awesome house was really the only thing needed for both the defense and definition of one's empire. That may seem like a quaint notion today, but the grand and enduring... »

Museums and Collections, Architectural Oddities, Incredible Ruins | Edited by Tawsam, Mark_Casey and others

There was once a time when not just anyone could step into the massive stone fortresses whose ruins now dot the countryside mostly as tourist attractions. They weren't historical landmarks for... »

Architectural Oddities, Incredible Ruins | Edited by Tawsam, Mark_Casey and others

In the devoutly Muslim lands of Pakistan, the presence of the pagans in the Kalasha Valleys is quite an anomaly. The three valleys of the Kalash people, Bumburet, Rumbur and Birir, form a cultural... »

Cultures and Civilizations , Rites and Rituals, Lost Tribes | Edited by Tawsam and Rachel

Uncluttered beaches with gleaming white sand and gently lapping waves are really quite common. Or at least images of them are, as they decorate office cubicles, computer screen savers and vacation... »

Watery Wonders, Unique Collections, Cultures and Civilizations , Commercial Curiosities | Edited by Tawsam, Mark_Casey and others

The city of Darra Adam Khel is situated in Khyber Regency, south of the city of Peshawar and close to both the infamous Khyber Pass and the Afghan border. It's generally regarded as the largest... »

Cultures and Civilizations , Commercial Curiosities | Edited by Tawsam, Rachel and others

Nearly everyone on Earth is familiar with the Great Wall of China. The impenetrable wall snaking up and down along several hills is one of the most recognized travel images recorded - Ranikot Fort... »

Cultures and Civilizations , Architectural Oddities, Incredible Ruins | Edited by Tawsam and Rachel

Shangri-La is a fictional place described by author James Hilton in the 1933 novel "Lost Horizon." It is described as a harmonious, peaceful, and isolated place, which was inspired by the mythical... »

Odd Accommodations, Bizarre Restaurants and Bars, Architectural Oddities | Edited by Tawsam and atimian

In a world of commercial space-flight and super sonic jet flight it can be easy to forget just how hard it can be to traverse certain parts of this planet. But those living in the... »

Architectural Oddities, Incredible Ruins | Edited by Dylan, wythe and others

In 326 BC, Alexander the Great, the Greek King famous for conquering an empire ranging from Asia into Africa and Europe, was making his way across Pakistan. Stopping his army for a rest in the... »

Wonders of Salt, Small Worlds and Model Towns, Long Now Locations, Curious Places of Worship, Subterranean Sites | Edited by Dylan, wythe and others