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10 California Landmarks No Visitor Should Miss
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From rugged coastlines to iconic bridges, California landmarks stand as monumental reminders of the Golden State's deep and diverse history. Whether you're hiking the redwoods of Northern California or exploring sunbaked missions in Southern California, there's a landmark with a story waiting to be told.
Ultimate Guide to the Queensland Wine Region
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The Queensland wine region is among Australia's best. Learn all about the Queensland wine region at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Name More Than 11 of These Things Canadians Would Know?
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When it comes to your knowledge of Canada, are you a geography genius, a political prodigy or more of a pop culture maven? This quiz will test you on all the things Canadians know about their country, including its history, political landscape and the cultural events which have helped shape our nation's identity.
How Aboriginal Australians Work
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The Aboriginal people were the first people to set foot on the Australian continent around 40,000 years ago. Learn about the history of the Aboriginal people.
Who Put the Baby in the King Cake?
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King cake is as much a staple of Mardi Gras as the parades and beads. HowStuffWorks gets the story of this colorful cake, and the baby baked inside.
What Really Happened in Salem Village?
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The guys at Stuff They Don't Want You To Know break down some of the myths behind the Salem witch trials.
How did a shipwreck double the size of the United States?
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The El Cazador shipwreck took with it the money that was to buy the Louisiana territory for Mexico. Find out more about the El Cazador shipwreck.
The Gullah Geechee Tradition of 'Haint Blue' Paint Keeps the Spirits Away
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The Gullah Geechee people painted porch ceilings blue to trick haints into thinking their houses were surrounded by water, which a haint can't cross.
Did Betsy Ross Really Make the First American Flag?
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Did Betsy Ross really make the first American flag? Learn the myths and facts about Betsy Ross and the first American flag.
Arrival of European Breeds Wiped Out Native American Dogs
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Ancient American dogs were almost completely wiped out when the Europeans arrived. HowStuffWorks looks at the lasting legacy they did leave behind.