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How Alligators and Humans Became Friends—Kind Of

A new museum delves into our cute and terrifying relationship with gators.
Jennifer Byrne February 22, 2024
New Orleans, Louisiana

The Great American Alligator Museum

Come for the 14-foot-long taxidermy alligator. Stay for the mini costumed gators shooting pool.
Travel to Miami, and you might hear people say "get down from the car" instead of "get out of the car."
culture

'Make a Party' as a New English Dialect Emerges in South Florida

A linguist explains how loanwords and direct translations known as calques are reshaping the sound of Miami and beyond.
Phillip M. Carter February 5, 2024
The seventh-century Omari mosque in Gaza City, shown here in 2022, was largely destroyed by an Israeli airstrike in December 2023.
architecture

The Site of Gaza's Oldest Mosque Has a Rich, Millennia-Old History

The seventh-century Omari Mosque, severely damaged in a recent airstrike, included artifacts of Roman gods, Jewish rituals, and Byzantine and Catholic churches.
Stephennie Mulder January 22, 2024
Monopoly was first introduced to America in 1935, but its roots go deeper.
games

The Hidden Worlds of Monopoly

From Atlantic City to high fashion to Karl Marx, the most recognizable board game has had serious cultural impact.
Adrienne Raphel January 5, 2024
art

Nativity Scenes Celebrate Diverse Christmas Culture Around the World

Featuring devils, yurts, and Yule Lads, traditional crèche sets can tell unique stories about their communities.
Kayla Harris and Neomi De Anda December 4, 2023
outsider art

8 Supernatural Spots You Can Only Find in Northern Kentucky

Indulge your proclivity for the paranormal and explore the mystifying side of the Bluegrass State.
Video

In Maine, the Art of Basketry Hangs On By a Thread

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A short sequence from the opening of <em>Late Night Horror</em>.
horror

The Twisty Tale of the BBC Show Supposedly So Terrifying That It Was Destroyed

"Late Night Horror" was weird, innovative, and—mostly—will never be seen again.
Pat Cassels October 16, 2023
Rio Celeste
List

9 Places to Unearth Costa Rica’s Hidden Wonders

Beyond the beaches and volcanos exists a wild and quirky wonderland.
Shingled roofs and shutters are typical <em>bod os</em> features throughout Freetown and its surrounding villages.
architecture

The Surprising Southern Roots of Sierra Leone’s Krio Homes

Freetown's Krio homes preserve an enduring legacy of resilience—but the question of how to save them looms.
Laura Kiniry August 24, 2023
Spruce View, Alberta

Stephansson House Provincial Historic Site

This colorful historic site tells the story of Icelandic poetry and community in Central Alberta.
A jumping spider in Manila, Philippines.
meteorites

Wonder Is Everywhere: Spider Wrestling, the Return of the Giant Peanut, and More from Around the Web

Get a peek into what we’re obsessed with right now.
April White August 4, 2023
Itinerary

10 Unexpected Delights of Vermont's Arts and Culture Scene

Human-powered political puppets, a hilltop chapel for dogs, the only library in the U.S. with no books, and the only opera house with no stage.
Visitors to Beijing's City Wall can enjoy ice cream in the shape of its front gate.
monuments

6 Stories That Will Make You Scream—For Ice Cream

Take a deep dive into the delicious stories behind a world of frozen treats.
April White July 14, 2023
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Atlas Obscura Tries: Tarpon Fishing

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The Little Slice of France and Spain in Nevada

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Itinerary

Gastro Obscura’s Guide to St. Pete/Clearwater

With St. Pete/Clearwater undergoing a cultural renaissance, the culinary scene is certainly not to be overlooked on your next visit. From an ATM-turned-taco stand to an acrobatic pizza-maker to a Roaring ‘20s nightclub, here’s a handful of unexpected eateries to keep you fed in the Sunshine City and beyond.