science
How the 1878 Eclipse Almost Killed the Father of American Meteorology
Today’s National Weather Service might be very different if Cleveland Abbe had died on Pikes Peak.
Articles by Eric Grundhauser
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airplanes
This Eclipse Video Changed Air Travel History
Shot from a plane and narrated by a giddy astronomer, the footage made airborne eclipse-chasing a thing.
ghosts
13 Extremely Local Ghost Stories
Read some of our readers' favorite spooky tales from very close to home.
carousels
20 Beautiful Carousels That Aren't Horsing Around
Atlas Obscura readers share their favorite vintage and retro amusement rides.
ruins
14 Lesser-Known Ancient Sites Worth Building a Trip Around
Check out Atlas Obscura readers' favorite archaeological wonders.
world's largest
18 Great Big Things That Are Both Big and Great
Atlas Obscura readers recommend their favorite oversized attractions.
architecture
15 Stunning Train Stations Worth Arriving Early to Enjoy
Atlas Obscura readers recommend their absolute favorite rail hubs.
fountains
14 Dramatic Fountains That Have Very Little Chill
Atlas Obscura readers recommend their favorite over-the-top water features from across the globe.
clocks
17 Landmark Clocks Worth Making Time For
Atlas Obscura readers recommend their favorite public timepieces.
universities
18 Unique Campus Landmarks That Every Alum Knows About (But You Probably Don't)
Atlas Obscura readers recommend their favorite hidden wonders at colleges and universities.
sports
18 Obscure Sports That Are Well Worth Rooting For
Atlas Obscura readers recommend their favorite rare games from around the world.
lighthouses
31 of the World's Most Alluring Lighthouses
Atlas Obscura readers share their favorite maritime beacons.
architecture
23 Ceilings Worth Craning Your Neck For
Atlas Obscura readers share their favorite overhead wonders.
architecture
18 Unforgettable Stairways That Are a Step Above
Atlas Obscura readers shared the most remarkable collections of risers and treads that they've ever encountered.
bridges
27 Inspiring Bridges That Are Worth Going Out of Your Way to Cross
Atlas Obscura readers connected us with their favorite spans on the planet.
flight
18 of the World's Most Delightful Airport Features
Atlas Obscura readers share their favorite places to kill time while waiting for a flight.
castles
16 Real Castles That Make the World More Wondrous
Atlas Obscura readers recommend their favorites.
public
18 of the World's Most Wondrous Public Transportation Options
Atlas Obscura readers recommend their favorite mass transit experiences.
mystery
10 Must-Visit Spots for Mystery Lovers
Atlas Obscura readers recommend their favorite enigmatic objects and locales.
science fiction
16 Real Places That Look Like They're From the Future
Atlas Obscura readers nominate their favorite science fiction-inspired spots around the world.
airplanes
19 Stories of Incredible Connection at 30,000 Feet
Atlas Obscura readers share their most unforgettable encounters with strangers on airplanes.
amusement parks
11 of the World's Most Underrated Amusement Parks
Atlas Obscura readers recommend their favorites.
libraries
14 of the World's Most Charming Libraries
Atlas Obscura readers recommend their favorites.
animals
26 Real Animals That Shouldn't Exist, But Do Anyway
Atlas Obscura readers nominated their favorite unlikely creatures, from pangolin to axolotl.
