Decoding the unusual shape of the Nepali flag

Ghost stories, escaped pets, and botany. Email not displaying correctly? View in your browser. September 05, 2018 Decoding the Nepali Flag The Nepali flag consists of two overlapping triangles. It is the world's only five-sided national flag, and the only flag that does not have two parallel sides. So where did all those unusual angles come from? Read More → atlas obscura trips Wander Mongolia With Us! Next summer, we're heading to the land of blue skies where we'll stay in traditional ger camps, admire the Mongol Els sand dune, and culminate our 12-day journey with the country's annual Naadam Festival. learn more → Creating a Ghost How does a place become haunted? All it takes is a good ghost story. Read more → Escaped Pets in Florida When store-bought animals are released, they may go from pet to pest. And the Sunshine State has a particular mess on its hands. Read more → ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA Museum of Botany A wealth of plants and horticultural curiosities fill this charming museum. Read more → SAINT-CLOUD, FRANCE Le Grand K The global standard for the exact weight of one kilogram sits under lock and key outside Paris. Read more → SEVAN, ARMENIA Sevanavank This ancient monastery complex was transformed from an island to a peninsula when the lake was partially drained. Read more → food & drink Amarula Brigadeiro Pair a Brazilian confection with a sweet South African liqueur, and this unique treat is born. Read more → sponsored by Chase Sapphire® A Hunt for Movie Magic On September 7, we’re working with Chase Sapphire® to host a star-studded scavenger hunt that will test even the most expert of film buffs. Use your powers of deduction to discover the history of some of Chicago’s most famous film locations as we scout out places near, far, and in between to learn about the Windy City’s architecture. buy tickets → Visit AtlasObscura.com · View in Browser · Unsubscribe · See All Newsletters 61 Greenpoint Ave #622, Brooklyn, NY 11222