Atlas Obscura Lists

Bioluminescence from glowing plankton off Vaadhoo Island in the Maldives.

Prepare for one of nature’s most dazzling displays.

15 Places Brightened by Bioluminescence

Where nature puts on its very own light show.

Including Glowworm Tunnel, Waipu Caves , Sea of Stars, and Synchronous Fireflies of the Great Smoky Mountains

The crossing offers a safer way for animals to move across the highway.

The entrance of the toad tunnel, starting at the post office parking lot. (Davis Wiki)

9 Real-World Animal Crossings

These bridges, tunnels, and viaducts help wildlife safely navigate the road.

Including Banff Wildlife Crossings, Natuurbrug Zanderij Crailoo, I-80 Wildlife Overpass, and Davis Toad Tunnel

The ruins of Chetro Ketl in Chaco Canyon.

9 Observatories Where Ancient Humans Looked to the Stars

The mysteries of the night sky have captivated our species for millennia.

Including Beijing Ancient Observatory, Ulugh Beg Observatory, Chaco Culture National Historical Park, and El Caracol

14 Places to See a Transportation Transformation

Where they're going, we don't need roads.

Including VW Slug Bug Ranch, International Car Forest of the Last Church, Carhenge, and Volkswagen Spider Sculpture

A bottle of amaro, with other monastery snacks.

Celebrate Spring With 9 Flower-Based Foods and Drinks

From tulip vodka to fried palm blossoms.

Including Amaro di Sant'Antimo, Faloodeh, Butterfly Pea Flower, and Fireweed Jelly

A butterfly drinking from a leaf inside the Pavilion.

Where The Butterflies Roam

Ten places to enjoy the flight of the butterflies.

Including Changi Airport's Butterfly Garden , Mariposario Chapultepec (Chapultepec Butterfly Garden), Philadelphia Insectarium and Butterfly Pavilion, and Palmenhaus

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