One of the world’s largest collections of Islamic mosaics covers some 13,000 square feet of ... This story appears in the September 2023 issue of National Geographic magazine. Related Topics.

Modern astronomy is giving us unprecedented views of the asteroids, comets, and other small bodies that litter our cosmic home. These planetary leftovers offer clues to our creation—and ...

Uncover the untold love story of astronaut Sally Ride. "Sally" premieres June 16 on National Geographic and the next day on Hulu and Disney+.

This timelapse video of Stonehenge featured on the August 2022 cover of National Geographic was filmed over the course of about three hours. Video by Reuben Wu, Animation by Rebekah Barlas.

From groundbreaking research to the beauty of marine sanctuaries teeming with life, these images shine a spotlight on the ocean and the Explorers who champion it.

High-altitude drone captures rare view of Mount Everest. Using a drone modified to fly in thin air, photographer Renan Ozturk captured a stunning 360-degree panorama of the roof of the world.

(See more of Ballesta’s work to document this surreal phenomenon in National Geographic ’s story.) The competition, which is in its 57th year, awards 19 categories of wildlife photography ...

People use old National Geographic magazines for everything from collages to DIY wallpapering to bookshelf stuffers. Writer Tara Conklin scooped up a stack of the mags at a Goodwill store for ...

However, spring and fall are ideal for Joshua Tree hikes in the Mojave Desert—the blue skies, gentle breeze, very little chance of rain, an average high of 85°F, and a low of 50°F.

To learn more about the fascinating worlds of several species, including belugas, humpbacks, and sperm whales, check out his cover story on whale culture in the May issue of National Geographic.

Mary may have come into contact with Jesus because of his healing powers. “Seven demons had gone out of her,” says Luke (Luke 8:2). Some scholars believe that the Magdalene may be the same ...