Lítla Dímun, the smallest of Denmark’s Faroe Islands, is usually cloudy with a lenticular cloud hanging over it. Visitors can climb steep cliffs to see the sheep inhabitants. The Faroe Islands aim to be 100% renewable by 2030 and have more sheep than people. Meteorologists suffer a lot when they get their forecasts wrong, so […]
American Samoa, a US territory in the South Pacific, is known as “Football Island” for producing more NFL players per capita than anywhere else. Samoan culture emphasizes discipline, respect, and spirituality, and the territory’s economy relies on tuna fishing and tourism. Located in the South Pacific roughly midway between Hawaii and New Zealand, American Samoa […]
Tristan da Cunha, a British Overseas Territory, is the most isolated inhabited island in the world, located in the South Atlantic between South Africa and Uruguay. It is 1,750 miles from South Africa and 2,088 miles from South America. The island has a population of approximately 272 people and its economy is based on fishing, […]
Aogashima is a small island south of Tokyo with a population of 170. It is essentially a giant volcano with a smaller volcano in the center and is considered active. The island offers fishing, hiking, and camping, and has a few inns and convenience stores for tourists. The island has remained relatively untouched since a […]
Archaeologists have discovered that the famous stone heads on Easter Island are actually complete sculptures, with some of the bodies buried underground. Recent excavations have revealed complex engravings on the buried statues, which are thought to represent the ancestors of the Rapa Nui people. The island has nearly 900 moai, which were carved between 1100 […]
Just Room Enough Island, located in the Thousand Islands off Alexandria Bay, is the smallest inhabited island in the world at just 3,300 square feet. It was purchased by the Sizeland family in the 1950s and is now a popular tourist attraction. There are 1,864 islands in the North American island chain known as the […]
Christmas Island is a small Australian territory in the Indian Ocean with a population of under 1500 people. It was first sighted in the 17th century and was used for supplies by ships until the discovery of phosphate lime in the mid-19th century. Phosphate production has played a significant role in the island’s history, and […]
Ascension Island is a small, remote island in the South Atlantic with a population of just over 1000 people. It was first discovered by the Portuguese in 1501 and became strategically important in the early 19th century. The island was used as a base for ships capturing illegal slave ships and later as an airbase […]
Norfolk Island is a small external territory of Australia, located in the Pacific Ocean. It has a history of settlement by Polynesians and as a British penal colony. Today, it is a self-governing territory with beautiful scenery, beaches, and outdoor activities. Flights arrive daily from Australia and New Zealand. Norfolk Island is a small external […]
Elephant Island, off the coast of Antarctica, is known for hosting members of the Endurance Expedition in 1916. Today, it is rarely visited due to its hostile terrain and lack of natural harbor. Ernest Shackleton sailed for help from nearby South Georgia Island after recognizing the unlikelihood of rescue. The men left behind survived for […]
Ellis Island processed over 12 million immigrants between 1892 and 1954. Contrary to popular belief, agents rarely changed the spelling of foreign names. Immigrants sometimes changed their names to sound more American. Inspectors also asked questions to screen out troublemakers and the disabled. Between 1892 and 1954, more than 12 million people entered the United […]
Treasure Island, a 404-acre man-made island in San Francisco Bay, was built for a world’s fair in 1939. It was later used as a naval station from 1941 to 1996. After decommissioning, the island was leased to private rental agencies and a Job Corps training facility. Plans for development are underway, but the island requires […]
Coney Island Amusement Park started as a beach resort for the wealthy but became accessible to the middle and working classes with the introduction of the subway. The park had three sections and famous rides such as the Thunderbolt and Cyclone. Today, it has about 50 attractions and a museum. The boardwalk was built in […]
Coney Island is a former island, now a peninsula, in New York City. It was a major resort area in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, featuring hotels, amusement parks, and horse racing. It still offers entertainment and events, including a museum, annual parades, and a minor league baseball stadium. Coney Island is a […]
Jefferson Island is a protruding salt dome in Louisiana, along with four other similar structures. They were formed through the slow evaporation of the ocean and have rich deposits of salt, oil, and gas. Jefferson Island was purchased by actor Joseph Jefferson in 1869 and has a mansion on the National Register of Historic Places. […]
Avery Island, part of a group of salt dome formations in Louisiana, is famous for producing Tabasco hot sauce. It is home to a working factory, salt mine, botanical garden, and bird sanctuary. The island is owned by the McIlhenny family and is a popular tourist site. Avery Island is a salt dome in the […]
Yerba Buena Island is a natural island in San Francisco Bay, connecting the east and west spans of the Bay Bridge. It was used by the Ohlone Indians and later for military installations. After being decommissioned in 1996, it was put into civilian use. Yerba Buena Island is a natural island located in San Francisco […]
Angel Island State Park in San Francisco Bay has a varied history, including use as a base for Spanish and American explorers, a quarantine station, detention center for POWs, and immigration processing center. It is now a popular tourist destination accessible by ferry. Angel Island State Park is a natural island located in San Francisco […]
Alcatraz Island is a national park and historic landmark in San Francisco Bay. It was first used as a military base and later as a federal prison for notorious criminals. Visitors can tour the island, but must be aware of changeable weather and restrictions on interacting with seabirds. Pets are not allowed, but registered service […]
Floating islands are a French dessert made of meringue-based puffs on a custard sauce. The custard is typically flavored with vanilla extract or rum, and the islands can be topped with caramel or nuts. The meringues can be cooked in the oven for a sturdier version, and the dessert can be served on a bed […]
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