It's not hard to imagine dragons flying around these real-world 'Fourth Wing' destinations.

Long before Mount Everest became the roof of the world, the rocks that form its summit were lying at the bottom of a sea.

IISc professor Arpita Patra becomes the second Indian woman to summit the world's highest volcanic peak, Nevado Ojos del ...

La Rinconada, a settlement over 5,000 meters high in the Peruvian Andes, is home to 50,000 people living in harsh conditions amidst a gold rush. Visitors describe extreme altitude sickness, pollution, ...

Scientists and climbers have found fossils of ancient animals above 8,000 meters above sea level. These fossils include remains of trilobites, crinoids, and brachiopods. These fossils not only provide ...

While New Mexico can get scorching hot in the summer, these mountain towns offer a cool escape from the heat along with stunning views of the landscape.

The Pamir Mountains, famously called Bam-i-Duniya or the “Roof of the World,” are one of the highest and most breathtaking plateaus on Earth. Nestled mainly in eastern Tajikistan and stretching into ...

Explore the world’s highest sports venues, from Peru’s football stadium to Bhutan’s pool, set at breathtaking, record-breaking altitudes.

In October 1963, a massive landslide crashed into the reservoir behind Italy’s Vajont Dam, triggering a catastrophic mega-tsunami. A towering wave surged over the dam and tore through the narrow ...

Hassan Hussein Msengi, popularly known as Babluck, is most likely the first person to summit Mount Kilimanjaro while fasting during Ramadhan. Ascending to the top of the highest mountain in Africa is ...

Southern Arizona has plenty of gorgeous scenery, and this mountain will offer some stunning views, in addition to plenty of outdoor activities.

From towering mountains that pierce the sky to colossal waterfalls, ancient monoliths, and vast canyons carved over millions of years, these landmarks draw travellers from across the world. While the ...