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 Vanilla Queens of Mexico by Leila Miller, Los Angeles Times In Papantla, Mexico, the queen is crowned with vanilla. To celebrate the Feast of Corpus Christi—May 30 this year—the stems of the Vanilla planifolia orchid are twisted into ornate wreaths and bestowed on the reina of the…
