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Fort Bridger in Fort Bridger, Wyoming

November 24, 2023

Jim Bridger was a well-known 19th-century trader, scout, explorer, and promoter who established many trails based on his knowledge of Native American routes. He and a partner built a wooden stockade trading post here in 1842. By this time the “mountain man” era was passing swiftly, and the post traded not just with Native Americans but with the emigrant trains that were starting to stream westward. Here the westward-bound Emigrant Trail split into the Mormon Trail (and later the...

Kawa Kawa Hill in Ligao, Philippines

November 24, 2023

Kawa Kawa Hill takes its name from the local language for the word “cauldron.” It is a hill that resembles a crater located not far from the foothills of the famous Mount Mayon. A climb up the top of the hill will lead you to a view of the depression in the center and views over Ligao and the surrounding areas. Apart from its natural beauty, it is also famous for its unique life-sized depictions of the Stations of...

Once Upon a Time in The West...

November 24, 2023

This is one of two locations filmed in the United States as most of the movie was filmed in Spain. It is the location of what remains of the historical hanging arch from the movie. The film was released in 1968. Once Upon a Time in The West starring Claudia Cardinale, Henry Fonda, and Jason Robards was filmed at more than 11 locations. Among them La Calahorra in La Calahorra, Spain.

Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage in Edinburgh,...

November 24, 2023

The world’s first municipal fire service (public, and government-funded) was founded in 1824 in Edinburgh, under the leadership of James Braidwood. Before the establishment of the service, firefighting was often privatized and buildings that were uninsured, or insured by the “wrong” company, would often be left to burn. Among the innovations developed by the Edinburgh service were Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and military-style training that ensured firefighters were in top shape physically and mentally to deal with fires as...

Museum of the Mountain Man in Pinedale,...

November 24, 2023

Visitors to the town of Pinedale, Wyoming, are greeted by a sign that reads, “Welcome to Pinedale…All the Civilization You Need.” Yes, Pinedale has long prided itself on its history of being off the grid, even before there were grids in the first place. And the place where this rough-and-tumble hunting, fur trapping, and trailblazing era is celebrated is known as the Museum of the Mountain Man. The era of the mountain man began just after the turn of...

'Metaforkirkegården' ('The Cemetery of Metaphors') in Sorø,...

November 24, 2023

A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things by asserting that one is the other, implying a similarity or analogy between them. For instance, describing “Atlas Obscura is a compass for exploring hidden wonders” is a metaphor. Here, the comparison likens the online magazine to a magnetic navigation device, illustrating how the website serves as a guide pointing towards fascinating and lesser-known destinations. While some metaphors can radiate poetic beauty or showcase clever wit, enriching...

Rütli Meadow in Seelisberg, Switzerland

November 24, 2023

Surrounded by dramatic cliffs and snow-capped peaks, Lake Lucerne is one of the most scenic spots in all of Switzerland. On the lake’s shore, across from the historic lake-side resort Brunnen, lies an unassuming meadow with enormous importance to Swiss history. In 1307, the cantons that now make up the Swiss Confederation were firmly under the control of the Holy Roman Empire. According to the White Book of Sarnen, representatives of the cantons of Uri, Schwyz, and Unterwalden had...

Premontre Monastery Church of Zsámbék in Zsámbék,...

November 24, 2023

Twenty miles to the west of Budapest, the remains of a 13th-century monastic church sit on top of a hill in the small Hungarian town of Zsámbék. Construction of the church began in 1220 and was completed some 30 years later by the middle of the century. Descendants of a French knight, Ainordi (Aynard) de Champagne, originally funded the building of the Premonstratensian church. Founded in 1120, Premonstratensian monks believed in living a severely austere lifestyle. In 1241, Mongols...

National Weather Museum in Norman, Oklahoma

November 23, 2023

Whether it’s the latest natural disaster or just awkward small talk at the water cooler, weather is the start of many a conversation. And if you want to discuss meteorology history in detail, there’s no better town to visit than Norman, Oklahoma, the home of the National Weather Museum & Science Center. First things first, it’s important to note that the National Weather Museum is unaffiliated with the National Weather Center. It’s easy to make that mistake, given that...

Shima Spain Village in Shima, Japan

November 23, 2023

In the rural Japanese countryside on the coast of the Mie Prefecture hides a quirky ode to Spain. Called Shima Spain Village, or Parque España, this complete themed entertainment experience mixes faithful recreations of actual castles, statues, and Spanish landmarks with whimsical rides, parades, and a unique cast of original animal characters. If you can’t make it the 7,000 miles from Japan to Europe, Parque España’s Santa Cruz Street looks like a scenic walk through Spain‘s Andalusia, and the...

Old Zoo Nature Trails in Cisco, Texas

November 23, 2023

The Cisco Zoo opened in the 1920s, to the delight of residents in rural central Texas. Situated in the shadow of a dam, this small zoo offered visitors a chance to see flamingos, monkeys, bears, and many other animals. Although its selection of animals would have been quotidian by modern standards, the Cisco Zoo was a thrilling experience to visitors. The fun came to a grinding halt when the menagerie became a murder mystery. A bear was poisoned in...

Grande Albergo Ausonia & Hungaria in Lido,...

November 23, 2023

Tucked away on the seven-mile barrier island known as the Lido, an astounding hotel sits just outside of Venice. Designed by architect Nicholo Piamonte, the hotel was built in 1907 and welcomed celebrities and royals from all over Europe. Originally called the Hungaria Palace Hotel, the height of Hungarian society frequented the accommodation. Visitors traveled to Lido using railroads and ferry routes that connected the vast Astro-Hungarian Empire. Ceramist Luigi Fabris and his young apprentice Doro Sebellin from Bassano...

Wonder Is Everywhere: Viking Hoaxes, a Secret...

November 22, 2023

Wonder is everywhere. That’s why, every other week, Atlas Obscura drags you down some of the rabbit holes we encounter as we search for our unusual stories. We highlight surprising finds, great writing, and inspiring stories from some of our favorite publications. The U.S. Tried to Build a Secret City Under Greenland’s Ice by George Bass, Washington Post In the late 1950s, in the midst of the Cold War, the U.S. Army launched Project Iceworm, a top-secret plan to...

Podcast: Dyatlov Pass, Part 2

November 22, 2023

Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, journalist and author Doug Preston continues to guide us through the rumors and conspiracy theories that swirled around the Dyatlov Pass Incident, when nine people died mysteriously in the Ural Mountains of the Soviet Union in 1959. Just a few years ago, the case was apparently solved—though many don’t accept the explanation. If you want to learn more,...

Hierophany and Hedge in Covington, Kentucky

November 21, 2023

Square in the middle of an otherwise unassuming street in Covington, this magic shop is not what might typically come to mind. Hierophany and Hedge does not peddle tricks or pranks—they’re purveyors of the peculiar and the impossible. Here you will find herbs and aromatics for your potions, cards and runes for reading your fate, and a grand selection of grimoires to guide you through whatever worlds you wish to travel. The shop’s keepers, Augur and Coil, are both masters...

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