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Which UK sacred places made our list of the world's most stunning? Awe-inspiring spaces From magic mountains to sacred stones, the world is scattered with deeply spiritual places. Here we take a look at some of the most stunning sacred landscapes that have a strong and enduring mystical appeal… Rachel Truman 16 August 2026

India's most beautiful places A land of extreme beauty A country so vast is bound to have some breathtaking sights, and India has them in droves. The sheer variety is astonishing too. From ancient temples and royal cities to sacred rivers, mountain glaciers and a dizzying array of stunning landscapes, there’s plenty to choose from. This colourful, chaotic, spiritual and often surprising country might evoke extreme reactions, but there's no denying the beauty of these places.

(In)famous European history 'facts' that are actually false Myths and mix-ups From the stone circles of the Neolithic through the glories of Rome and the Renaissance to the ravages of the world wars, Europe boasts a history of extraordinary richness. Alexander the Great, Einstein, Mozart, Julius Caesar and Napoleon – Europe's past is full of figures and events that loom large in the popular imagination. But the popular imagination is, famously, not always accurate.

Britain's most spectacular historic and natural landmarks Great British sights Britain is bursting at the seams with beautiful buildings steeped in history, places of extraordinary natural beauty and striking ultra-modern structures. From ancient monuments to groundbreaking feats of engineering and Mother Nature’s best bits, visitors to England, Scotland and Wales are spoiled for choice. Click through the gallery as we take a look at the most spectacular landmarks in Britain...

13 breathtaking UK places that can be dangerous Danger zones The United Kingdom may lack deadly wildlife and extreme landscapes, but danger still lurks in unpredictable places. From mist-shrouded moors and perilous mountain peaks to crumbling cliffs, treacherous tides and polluted waters, we've ranked the most dangerous tourist destinations in the UK – where breathtaking beauty can come with a side of serious risk.

The world's most isolated inhabited islands Paradise found? Some humans crave closeness to others. But other intrepid souls make their homes in the world’s most hard-to-reach places. The reward? Plenty of space, a unique society, and stunning scenery you’d never get tired of. From distant tropical atolls visited only a few times a year by the outside world to subarctic spots steeped in history, we discover the planet’s most isolated inhabited islands.

Spanish delights Spain is the holiday destination that has it all. Here you can bask on sandy  beaches, fill up on fresh seafood and dance until dawn. From lively cities to villages so sleepy you suspect they haven't risen since Easter, and from sweeping white beaches to towering green mountains, Spain is a place where exploration is always rewarded. GeographicReference Read on to discover our pick of Spain's top places to visit...

33 amazing prehistoric creatures Prehistoric and petrifying Prehistoric Earth was a terrifying place, with giant, fearsome creatures roaming an equally deadly world of erupting volcanoes and primordial swamps. Survival could be counted in minutes, with a deadly predator hiding behind every enormous Jurassic fern. Click through this gallery for our ranking of the scariest extinct creatures we're relieved we never had to face... James Draven 07 August 2026

Which UK universities made our list of the world's most beautiful? A global education If university is your next step, there are some pretty incredible institutions around the world to choose from. Revered and celebrated across the globe, universities are not just places of education, but also sources of incredible history and one-of-a-kind architecture. From the hallowed halls of Harvard to the centuries-old structures of Oxford, here we trawl through the most beautiful universities on Earth.