Winter

Places and cultures glow and shine around the world in some of our favorite Atlas Obscura shots.

To make it through the long, cold Arctic winters, reindeer can get their beauty sleep while they stock up on calories.

The ancient tradition of Turoń bestowing blessings has faded but, like the creature itself, it may be resurrected.

Their syrupy death is medicinal for humans, too.

The mysterious tragedy of the Dyatlov Pass Incident gets an explanation—but not necessarily one everyone accepts.

North America's first culinary social club was born in the 17th-century Canadian frontier.

The tragedy and mystery of the Dyatlov Pass Incident has captured imaginations for decades.

The Madan people knew the Missouri River could bring both salvation and destruction.

A straw effigy of the winter goddess is burned and then submerged in chilly waters.

The burning of the Bӧӧgg is like a fiery version of Groundhog’s Day, but with fireworks and sausages.

Stressing the need for proper gear and training, members of this close-knit community say their sport gets them through the long, cold season.

Pack your snowshoes and see the Centennial State like never before. We hand-picked a collection of unique Colorado destinations transformed by glistening frost and white snow.

Don't forget about Big Al the Alligator and Scramble the Duck's predicting powers either.

Around January 25, winter-bound villages in Iceland celebrate the return of the sunlight.

Heikki Lunta even has his own song.