Places

The "Places" section is a virtual passport to the world, offering a unique exploration of our planet's fascinating diversity. Discover the mesmerizing charm of countries across the globe, from the vibrant landscapes of Italy to the cutting-edge technology of South Korea, the intriguing customs of Scandinavia to the unique wildlife of Australia. This section opens the door to the multitude of cultures, traditions, and landscapes that make up our world.

In this section, the curious and the adventurous come together to gain insights into what makes each country unique, from the everyday life and distinctive culture to astonishing natural beauty. Uncover countries' hidden treasures, fascinating cultural nuances, and captivating histories that shape nations' identities.

The "Places" section goes beyond being a mere travel guide, aiming to offer a deeper understanding of the peculiarities that define different regions of the world. Unveil intriguing cultural norms that may seem odd to us but are considered 'normal' in other countries. Learn about curious facts that might not be well-known but will leave you amazed. Discover the distinctive traits that characterize different people, from the warmth of Scandinavians to the strict school rules in Japan.

Be it the breathtaking landscapes of Austria, the distinct wildlife of Norway, or the rich biodiversity of Asia, every article in this section aims to immerse you in the unique beauty and allure of these places. This section is also your guide to avoid cultural faux pas when you travel overseas, offering tips to navigate unfamiliar cultural norms and customs.

The “Places” section is an adventure in itself, exploring the astonishing diversity of the world, revealing the awe-inspiring beauty and unique cultural quirks that make our planet an endlessly fascinating place to explore. By browsing through this section, you are not just reading articles, you are embarking on a virtual journey that transcends geographical boundaries and delves deep into the spirit of places, offering a glimpse into the heart and soul of the world's diverse cultures and landscapes.

So, fasten your seatbelt and get ready for an enlightening journey across the globe. Let this section be your compass, guiding you through the mesmerizing maze of the world, unravelling the captivating stories that define each place, and inspiring a sense of wonder and wanderlust.

Recent Stories of Places

10+ Wedding Traditions That Prove Love Knows No Limits

10+ Wedding Traditions That Prove Love Knows No Limits
2 months ago

Weddings are celebrated differently across cultures, with traditions that range from romantic to downright bizarre. While some customs focus on love and unity, others involve challenges, superstitions, and even a bit of suffering for the couple. Here are 10+ unusual wedding traditions from different cultures that highlight the diversity of matrimonial celebrations worldwide.

18 Times People Were Utterly Shocked While Traveling Abroad

18 Times People Were Utterly Shocked While Traveling Abroad
2 months ago

Some of the biggest culture shocks for people visiting the U.S. are big food portions, the low driving age, and people's obsession with holidays. What do you think is the biggest culture shock when people visit other countries? Let's see 18 unique experiences that will prepare you if you ever decide to travel abroad.

20 Photos That Prove Countries Can Be Famous Not Only for Their Landmarks

20 Photos That Prove Countries Can Be Famous Not Only for Their Landmarks
3 months ago

When we think of different countries, we usually imagine landmarks or things they are famous for: the Eiffel Tower in France, noodles on every corner in China, skyscrapers in New York. But the thing is that any place of the world has curious things and traditions that you can never find in other countries. In this article, we put together photos that depict the unusual side of life of different countries.

The Top 15 Car Models You Didn’t Know Ruled the Roads In Various Countries in 2024

The Top 15 Car Models You Didn’t Know Ruled the Roads In Various Countries in 2024
4 months ago

When it comes to cars, people, or rather countries, can be pretty selective. For some, it’s the fuel economy that holds most favor and for others, its performance. On that note, here go 15 of the busiest countries in the world, and the bestselling cars that made it to the top for 2024 in that region. You might find some surprising cars in here.

6 Christmas Traditions That Are Far Beyond Ordinary (#3 Can Make Your Jaw Drop)

6 Christmas Traditions That Are Far Beyond Ordinary (#3 Can Make Your Jaw Drop)
4 months ago

Christmas is one of the most widely celebrated holidays around the world, but the ways people observe it—and even the day they celebrate—can vary greatly.While many are familiar with Christmas traditions such as Santa Claus, Christmas trees, caroling, and exchanging gifts, different countries—including the United States—add their own unique touches to the festivities, blending time-honored customs with modern innovations. While Christmas originated as a Christian celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, it has evolved over time and been shaped by various cultural influences, historical events, and societal changes, as well as some consumerist influences. And here’re 6 most mind-boggling Christmas traditions that will make your mind twist.

12 Hidden Adventure Spots to Explore

12 Hidden Adventure Spots to Explore
5 months ago

Nothing beats the thrill of discovering a travel spot that takes your breath away—whether it’s a dreamy little village you’ve never heard of or a waterfall so stunning it feels like something out of a fantasy novel. This list is all about those places that make you go from “Oh, cool” to “How did I not know about this?!” So, lace up your hiking boots, pack your sense of wonder, and let’s uncover these treasures together.

15 Stories From People Who Experienced Firsthand What Cultural Differences Are

15 Stories From People Who Experienced Firsthand What Cultural Differences Are
6 months ago

Even people from neighboring regions can sometimes confuse each other with peculiarities of their everyday life or other cultural differences. And people from different countries is a totally different matter. A foreigner can be struck to the heart by absolutely mundane things, like popular dishes, attitude to debts, or even such a small thing like how to eat grapes.

NEWS: A Huge 2,500-Year-Old Ancient City Was Just Discovered and Left Scientists in Awe

NEWS: A Huge 2,500-Year-Old Ancient City Was Just Discovered and Left Scientists in Awe
year ago

Hidden deep within the dense Amazon rainforest lies a secret that just had been uncovered. Archeologists have recently unveiled a stunning discovery: a massive lost civilization that thrived over 2,000 years ago, home to at least 10,000 farmers. The revelation sheds new light on the intricate societies that once flourished in one of the world’s most remote and challenging landscapes.

Incredible Discovery: Hidden Sinkhole Reveals Never-Before-Seen Ecosystem

Incredible Discovery: Hidden Sinkhole Reveals Never-Before-Seen Ecosystem
year ago

A team of cave explorers outside Ping’e village in Leye County, South China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, discovered a massive sinkhole that harbored a primeval forest growing at the bottom. The sinkhole measures 306m in length, 150m in width, and 192m in depth, with its volume exceeding 5 million cubic meters, meaning it can be officially categorized as a large sinkhole.

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9 Things From Different Countries That Are Worth Incorporating Into Your Life

9 Things From Different Countries That Are Worth Incorporating Into Your Life
3 years ago

We live in a big world, with a myriad of cultures and habits we may find a little strange at first. For instance, in Iceland, Christmas Eve is all about exchanging books and spent reading in a cozy nook with some chocolate. While we all love an iced drink to cool off from the heat in the summer, in some Asian countries, water is nearly always had hot, never mind the weather. The thing is, a lot of these habits have solid scientific backing.

19 Crazy Things That Could Only Happen in China

19 Crazy Things That Could Only Happen in China
6 years ago

“We wouldn’t do it!” — that’s the thought many tourists get when they visit China. The main attraction of the country is its residents — with their own traditions, rules, and sometimes funny habits. This article will tell you about interesting events and even shocking things that occasionally take place in this country.

What the “Ideal” Woman Looks Like in 11 Countries Around the World

What the “Ideal” Woman Looks Like in 11 Countries Around the World
5 years ago

From tall and slim to petite and curvy, women across the globe come in all shapes and sizes. So it’s no wonder that every country has its own beauty standards that usually stand apart from the others. And, among them, some nations have such an uncommon way of seeing beauty that it just leaves us speechless.

20+ Things About Other Countries That Tourists Just Can’t Understand

20+ Things About Other Countries That Tourists Just Can’t Understand
5 years ago

There is a saying, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do,” so when we go to a different country, we follow the rules of this country. However, the differences in mentality and culture can be pretty shocking, even for the most experienced travelers. And if you don’t know the local rules, the least that can happen is that you confuse the local people, and the worst — you could get a fine or even a prison sentence.

16 Things We’re Used to That Are Unacceptable in Japan

16 Things We’re Used to That Are Unacceptable in Japan
year ago

Japan’s intricate web of social conventions and behavioral norms can perplex first-time visitors, who often stand out due to seemingly minor cultural blunders. While the Japanese tend to be understanding of well-intentioned tourists inadvertently breaching their etiquette, it’s better to familiarize oneself with these nuances to avoid any misunderstandings.

14 Things No Self-Respecting French Woman Would Do After Age 30

14 Things No Self-Respecting French Woman Would Do After Age 30
4 years ago

French women have long been famous for their unique, sophisticated style, and their feminine looks are always admired by foreign women. Many things have changed over the last century, but the way European women carry themselves, both in terms of fashion and manners, continues to delight masters and admirers of feminine beauty.

14 Facts About South Korea That Foreigners Have Never Heard Of

14 Facts About South Korea That Foreigners Have Never Heard Of
5 years ago

Every tourist knows that South Korea is like a whole other planet. And while some things are obvious right away (for example, some exotic foods), others are things are known only by those who have experienced living there. This includes beauty standards, how children are raised, and college educations.

17 Things About Germany That May Leave Foreigners in Awe

17 Things About Germany That May Leave Foreigners in Awe
3 weeks ago

Official data show that the countries with the best life quality are Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Denmark, Oman, and Switzerland, among many others. Germany is also in the top 15, and people are sharing what they love the most about living there. Would you consider moving to another country?

Best of the Week of Places

The 15 Most Attractive Nationalities People Across the World Voted For

The 15 Most Attractive Nationalities People Across the World Voted For
5 years ago

All nationalities are beautiful in their own ways, because nature gave all of them their unique appearance. But still, the internet resource for travelers, Big Seven Travel, decided to do a poll and find out which nationalities are believed to be the hottest. 1.5 million people took part in the poll and the website made a list of the 50 most attractive nationalities.

10 Features on French People That Can Perplex Any Newcomer

10 Features on French People That Can Perplex Any Newcomer
4 years ago

When hearing the words “Parisian woman,” we usually imagine a gorgeous lady in a little black dress with a red beret on her head and elegant shoes on her feet. However, these days, this stereotype has significantly faded, just like your perfume at the end of a working day. Today, French women appreciate comfortable clothing, like to appear in public make-up free, and opt for comfortable sneakers instead of stilettos.

10 Cultural Tips You Need to Be Aware of Before Traveling to India

10 Cultural Tips You Need to Be Aware of Before Traveling to India
3 years ago

There are some traditions that have not gotten lost in time and are still respected. Every country and culture is different from one another, and India is a great example of this. People behave, eat, and even dress differently. They have their own traditions and customs, and as tourists, these need to be honored. And this is exactly what we’d like to bring forth in this article.

Nobody Lives in the Middle of Australia, and You Wouldn’t

Nobody Lives in the Middle of Australia, and You Wouldn’t
2 years ago

Why is Australia so strangely empty? Why haven’t we discovered so much of the Ocean? Is our planet a perfect sphere? And was the Earth once more purple than green? I bet you didn’t know these facts about our planet, so let’s find it all out!

Monthly Top Picks of Places

10+ Things French Women Do That Perplex the Rest of the World

10+ Things French Women Do That Perplex the Rest of the World
4 years ago

Whenever we hear the word “French girl,” our imagination instantly draws a relaxed lady in a red beret and an elegant little black dress. But times are changing and people are changing too. That’s why today’s French women don’t look the way many of us are used to seeing them through the prism of stereotypes.

18 Photos That Show Why It’s So Hard to Understand Japan

18 Photos That Show Why It’s So Hard to Understand Japan
5 years ago

Japan always has something to surprise the residents of other countries with. A good example is a recent piece of news saying that the winners of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics will be awarded medals made from recycled electronics. Japanese people have never been ordinary and their life and culture are still of genuine interest to the whole world.

10 Things From Different Countries That Leave Foreigners Open-Mouthed

10 Things From Different Countries That Leave Foreigners Open-Mouthed
4 years ago

Around the world, people just have their own way of doing things. So it comes as no surprise that certain things that you don’t normally pay attention to, even simple things you do when going to a restaurant or going shopping, might actually be considered offensive or strange somewhere else. In fact, some things that you might find offensive, like yelling or throwing a tantrum in public, might actually be considered polite or normal in another country.