Way before roller coasters, Russians zipped down giant ice slides

Bones of Skeleton Lake, Applecross Pass, and steamy Aztec baths. Email not displaying correctly? View in your browser. August 23, 2019 Russian Roller Coasters From the 15th or 16th century onward, giant “ice slides” went up in several Russian river towns. These thrill rides were long, tall, and quick, and ultimately helped pave the way for today’s safer, but still scream-inducing amusements. Read More → The Bones of ‘Skeleton Lake’ New research reveals that the hundreds of skeletons mysteriously spread around Lake Roopkund in the Indian Himalayas do not all date to the same historical period—and they don’t even share a common geographic origin either. Read more → Atlas Obscura Trips Greek Culinary Traditions Join us for a week-long trip to Greece next April as we begin in Athens and then move to Tinos, where we’ll explore the island and its unique Easter traditions through food. We’ll visit historic and religious monuments, join village celebrations, meet local artisans, and take part in the preparation of seasonal food products. Learn more → Community Places to Relax Maybe it’s the little shrine tucked into the alcove of a bustling church. Or perhaps you found a moment of unforgettable peace on a secluded beach. Tell us about the most relaxing or peaceful spots you’ve discovered during your travels. Share now → STRATHCARRON, SCOTLAND Applecross Pass This single-track road rewards brave drivers with stunning Scottish scenery. Read more → From the archives Secret Library Apartments When New York City libraries were built about a century ago, they needed people to take care of them. Each had a custodian tasked with keeping those fires burning as they lived in the library, often with their family. Today there are just 13 library apartments left in the New York Public Library system. Read more → PRELATE, SASKATCHEWAN Great Sand Hills These little-known sand dunes are a geological anomaly in Saskatchewan's southern prairies. Read more → Visit AtlasObscura.com · View in Browser · Unsubscribe · See All Newsletters 61 Greenpoint Ave #622, Brooklyn, NY 11222