The ‘Best American Travel Writing 2019’ features pieces on either dangerous places or the pursuit of the exotic as well-informed as they are well-written.
political geography
Human Geography
Indonesia Will be Moving Its Capital
Driven by congestion and the gradual sinking of Jakarta, Indonesia announced that it will be moving its capital to a location on the island of Borneo.
Human Geography
Geography of International Travel by U.S. Presidents
So where have U.S. presidents traveled? This article explores the geography of international travel by sitting U.S. presidents.
Geography 101, Human Geography
Review | The Longest Line on the Map
This book tells the story of how and why the Pan-American Highway was conceived and, poignantly, the why of a stubborn gap that remains unconnected.
Human Geography
Burundi is Moving its Capital
The landlocked African country Burundi is moving its capital from Bujumbura to Gitega.
Human Geography
Interesting Geography Facts About the US-Canada Border
Here are some interesting geography facts about the Canada–United States border.
Human Geography
Swaziland is Now eSwatini
For the country’s 50th anniversary of its independence, Swaziland’s absolute monarch declared a name change.
Maps and GIS
A Victorian Teenager Created These Comical Maps of Different European Countries
In the 1860s, a young girl decided to amuse her sick brother by creating maps of various European countries.
Human Geography
Landlocked Countries
Learn about how many countries are landlocked, which is the largest landlocked country, and which two countries are double landlocked.
Geography 101
These Two Countries are Separated by 2.4 Miles and 21 Hours
There exists a geographic point where two of the largest countries in the world are only separated by a 2.4 miles but are 21 hours apart.
Human Geography
How Geography Influences Affect Voting Behavior
Geography plays a significant role in voter participation in elections. The racial makeup, size, and altering of districts all influence voter turnout. Weather can also play a role.
Maps and GIS
Geography of Conflict
Geography can show us how physical and social factors shape global conflict today and in the past.