Queen Teuta ruled over a powerful Illyrian kingdom in the third century B.C. When Rome demanded that she stop her country's pirates from attacking their vessels, Teuta refused, resulting in war.

Experience the awesome size of Martian volcano Olympus Mons, the tallest mountain in the solar system, three times the height of Everest.

From bizarre gravity to the devastation of World War II, here are the possible explanations behind the Crooked Forest of Krzywy Las.

Lake Abraham might be home to beautiful ice crystals, but they hold a deadly secret.

The unique peaks of Tianzi Mountain inspired the alien landscapes of "Avatar," and it's easy to see why.

He may look creepy, but he's actually said to be a "fatherly" figure.

The tree sprung up in 7550 B.C., making it older than recorded history.

Roy Sullivan was either the luckiest or the unluckiest man in the world, depending on how you look at it.

At one point, over 1,000 people called Kolmanskop home, and participated in its booming industry – until everyone left.

Over the years rumors of sightings have swirled about the legendary Mapinguari, but scientists are still on the hunt for proof.

Though it was supposed to resemble a dove, the church ended up looking more like a chicken.