description Atlas Obscura Overview
Founded in 2009, Atlas Obscura is an online media and travel company notable for its curated catalog of the world's most unusual and hidden travel destinations.
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Who founded Atlas Obscura and when was it created?
Atlas Obscura was founded in 2009 by Joshua Foer and Dylan Thuras. They created the platform to serve as a collaborative, community-driven catalog of the world's most hidden, unusual, and wondrous travel destinations.
Can anyone add a new place to the Atlas Obscura database?
Yes, Atlas Obscura allows its community members to submit new places, stories, and natural wonders to its online catalog. Once submitted, the editorial team reviews the entries for accuracy and uniqueness before publishing them on the website.
Does Atlas Obscura offer guided trips to these unusual destinations?
Yes, the company operates Atlas Obscura Trips, which offers expert-led group travel experiences to unique destinations around the world. These itineraries are designed to provide behind-the-scenes access to bizarre museums, natural wonders, and historical sites rarely seen by standard tour groups.
What kind of places are typically listed on Atlas Obscura?
The platform features an incredibly diverse catalog of bizarre locations, such as the glowing Wormsloe historic ruins in Georgia or the Sedlec Ossuary in the Czech Republic. Users can explore natural wonders, obscure museums, and architectural curiosities that rarely appear in traditional travel guides.
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