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Postal

Poste Thiers

One of only a few red brick buildings in Nice.

Anchor Point Stones

Historic anchors for the animals that once carried India’s mail.

POST Houston

A former post office turned venue, food hall, and retail center.

Grey K2 Phone Booth

An iconic British fixture in an unconventional color.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Benjamin Franklin Museum and Court

This overlooked courtyard and museum celebrate Benjamin Franklin's life and achievements.

Christchurch, New Zealand

C1 Espresso

Get your meal delivered via pneumatic at this former post office.

Toronto, Ontario

First Toronto Post Office

The first post office in Toronto still operates today, complete with quill pens and ink for writing letters.

Wilmot, Australia

Wilmot Novelty Letterbox Trail

In Tasmania's "Valley of Views," dozens of novelty mailboxes add a quirky element to the landscape.

Ushuaia, Argentina

Postal del Fin del Mundo

The southernmost postal office in South America.

Spain's Oldest Postbox

The oldest functioning mailbox in Spain was installed in 1793.

Hong Kong's Colonial Post Boxes

These post boxes from a bygone era have been the source of controversy and debate.

Southampton, England

Titanic Postal Workers Memorial

Dedicated to the five postal workers who died aboard the doomed ocean liner, this plaque was made from a spare propeller from the Titanic.

An empty gap defines the border between the U.S. and Canada.

Four of Our Favorite Classic Podcast Episodes

From a nuclear lake to a Kenyan post office, check out these places where there’s much more than meets the eye.

The Podcast Team September 29, 2023

Podcast: Man’s Best (Stiff) Friends

Two very special dogs lovingly preserved after death.

The Podcast Team July 13, 2023

Meredith, New Hampshire

U.S. Mailboat Sophie C

One of the two USPS mailboats left in service docks regularly at Weirs Beach, Bear Island, and other Lake Winnipesaukee islands to deliver their mail.

All illustrations: John Mata for Atlas Obscura

military history

Puzzle Monday: War Heroes Crossword

AO Puzzles May 1, 2023

Covered for many years until renovations in the ‘70s and ‘80s, the glass skylight now lets in sun and offers a glimpse of the clock tower.

Washington, D.C.

Old Post Office Tower

The National Park Service’s best-kept secret with views that rival any in D.C.

Podcast: The Dedan Kimathi Post Office Tree

A strangler fig played a pivotal communication role for Kenya's freedom fighters.

The Podcast Team March 8, 2023