Geography
22 unrolled threads about geography, each one readable on a single page.
- Aug 6, 2024
Thread of cool maps you've (probably) never seen before 🧵 1. All roads lead to Rome
SummaryA curated collection of 30 fascinating maps covering topics ranging from geography and history to population distribution and cultural data, including classics like map projections, Roman Empire territories, and unique visualizations like wolf pack ranges and pasta varieties by region.31 tweets4 min read - Aug 25, 2024
Thread of hilarious maps you've (probably) never seen before 🧵 1. World map according to fish
SummaryA collection of 25 hilarious and creative maps that humorously depict world geography, cultural stereotypes, and absurd perspectives, from fish-centric world views to how different nations see each other.26 tweets3 min read - Oct 13, 2024
The real size of things ~ A Thread🧵 1. If Saturn were as close to Earth as the Moon, this is what it would look like:
SummaryA visual thread comparing the actual sizes of famous landmarks, natural wonders, and celestial objects using human figures and other reference points for scale. Includes comparisons of Saturn if it were closer to Earth, the Statue of Unity, pyramids, giant statues, extinct animals, and demonstrations of how maps distort true continental sizes.30 tweets4 min read - Aug 4, 2024
Thread of the most beautiful bridges on Earth 1. Golden Bridge, Vietnam
SummaryA comprehensive tour of 30 of the world's most beautiful and architecturally significant bridges, spanning from ancient Roman structures to modern engineering marvels across six continents, with fascinating historical details about each.31 tweets4 min read - Feb 12, 2025
Encyclopædia Britannica will continue to use ‘Gulf of Mexico’ for a few reasons: -We serve an international audience, a majority of which is outside the U.S. -The Gulf of Mexico is an international...
SummaryEncyclopædia Britannica will maintain the name 'Gulf of Mexico' for international consistency and historical precedent spanning 425+ years, while clarifying the distinction between international and domestic geographic naming authority. The publisher will update domestic U.S. geographic names like Alaska's mountain when officially changed by the U.S. Board on Geographic Names, as they did previously with Denali/Mount McKinley.5 tweets1 min read - Aug 1, 2024
Thread of places that don't look real 🧵 1. Sea of Japan, where snow, beach & sea meet
SummaryA comprehensive visual tour of 30 stunning natural locations around the world that appear almost unreal due to their unique geological formations, vibrant colors, and surreal landscapes—from salt flats and rainbow mountains to suspended lakes and luminescent caves.31 tweets4 min read - Aug 6, 2025
15 places where nature doesn’t look real 🧵 1. Grindelwald, Switzerland
SummaryA curated collection of 15 stunning natural locations around the world that appear almost unreal due to their extraordinary beauty and unique geological features, including sites in Switzerland, Madagascar, Iceland, Bolivia, and many other countries.17 tweets2 min read - Aug 13, 2024
Thread of the most surreal villages on Earth 🧵 1. Marpissa in Paros, Greece
SummaryA comprehensive visual tour of 30 of the world's most surreal and picturesque villages, from the blue-painted streets of Chefchaouen, Morocco to the canal-based villages of the Netherlands, showcasing unique architecture, geography, and cultural heritage across Europe, Asia, and North Africa. Each village features distinctive characteristics such as clifftop locations, colorful buildings, minimal populations, or historical significance that make them visually and culturally remarkable.31 tweets4 min read - Sep 9, 2024
Hilo sobre el tamaño real de las cosas 🧵 1. El Titanic comparado con un crucero moderno
SummaryUn hilo visual que compara el tamaño real de objetos, estructuras y criaturas contra puntos de referencia humanos, incluyendo barcos, monumentos, animales, planetas y formaciones geológicas. Las imágenes desafían las percepciones comunes sobre escala, mostrando cómo la Tierra vista desde el espacio, los continentes en mapamundis y estructuras arquitectónicas son mucho más grandes o diferentes de lo que imaginamos.26 tweets3 min read - Oct 15, 2024
El tamaño real de las cosas 🧵 1. Si Saturno estuviera tan cerca de la Tierra como la Luna, este es su aspecto:
SummaryUn hilo de comparaciones visuales sobre el tamaño real de cosas famosas y sorprendentes alrededor del mundo, desde planetas y monumentos históricos hasta animales extintos y estructuras naturales, demostrando la escala mediante fotografías y composiciones.27 tweets3 min read - Jan 11, 2025
Thread of hilarious maps you have (probably) never seen before 🧵 1. The “international community”
SummaryA collection of humorous and creative maps including joke maps about international politics, world tours, fish perspectives, regional stereotypes, and absurd comparisons like Sweden's porn preferences vs Chernobyl radiation or continents arranged as a chicken.20 tweets2 min read - Oct 19, 2024
Thread of the most surreal & Mysterious places on Earth🧵 1. Atacama Desert, Chile
SummaryA visual tour of 14 of Earth's most mysterious and surreal places, ranging from ancient temples and monuments like Petra and Abu Simbel to natural wonders like the Atacama Desert, underwater wells, and geological formations. The thread includes locations across multiple continents known for their striking beauty, enigmatic origins, and otherworldly appearance.15 tweets2 min read - Feb 23, 2025
Places on Earth that don't look real - thread 🧵 1. The hills of Tuscany, Italy
SummaryA curated collection of 20 extraordinary and surreal locations around the world, from Bolivia's mirror-like salt flats and Iceland's elephant rock to Vietnam's limestone islands and Peru's rainbow mountains, showcasing Earth's most visually stunning and seemingly fictional landscapes.21 tweets2 min read - Jun 11, 2025
The North Sea is scary as hell, here's why the North Sea is so dangerous. A Thread 🧵 1. The last video will really shock you
SummaryA thread showcasing why the North Sea is one of the world's most dangerous bodies of water, featuring videos of massive waves, severe weather conditions, challenging maritime work, and the extreme difficulty of navigating these treacherous waters.20 tweets2 min read - Feb 5, 2025
Los estadounidenses deben tomar nota de lo que ocurre en Japón. - Tasa de obesidad -- 3% (la nuestra es del 40%) - Alcantarillas -- tan limpias que mantienen carpas koi en ellas - Infraestructura: pa...
SummaryUn hilo comparando a Japón con Estados Unidos, destacando diferencias en obesidad (3% vs 40%), infraestructura, atención al detalle, diseño urbano y calidad de vida. El autor argumenta que los japoneses viven con intención y preocupación por el futuro, mientras que Estados Unidos prioriza el consumo rápido y descuida sus espacios públicos.11 tweets1 min read - Apr 2, 2025
The most beautiful islands on Earth 🧵 1. Bora Bora, French Polynesia
SummaryA visual tour of 20 of the world's most beautiful islands, from Bora Bora and the Greek islands to Iceland, Maldives, and Bali, featuring geographical facts, historical trivia, and stunning imagery of each destination.21 tweets2 min read - Jul 7, 2025
15 Greek islands that don’t look real 🧵 1. Mykonos
SummaryA visual tour of 15 stunning Greek islands including famous destinations like Santorini and Mykonos, plus hidden gems like Folegandros and Milos, showcasing their unique architectural features, beaches, and historical significance.17 tweets2 min read - Oct 17, 2025
Greatness comes from everywhere. 🇳🇬 Nigeria 🇳🇬 🧵👇 THREAD (1/14)
SummaryA 14-part thread celebrating inspiring figures and achievements from diverse countries around the world, showcasing that greatness originates from every corner of the globe across Nigeria, France, Japan, Jamaica, South Korea, Netherlands, Brazil, Belgium, USA, Cameroon, Senegal, Ivory Coast, and Portugal.13 tweets2 min read - Jul 31, 2025
The North Sea is scary as hell, here's why the North Sea is so dangerous. A Thread 🧵 1. The last video will really shock you
SummaryA thread exploring the dangers of the North Sea, covering extreme waves, harsh weather conditions, treacherous working conditions for offshore workers, and the historical challenges of maritime navigation in this volatile body of water.20 tweets2 min read - Sep 29, 2024
Today is Michaelmas — the Christian festival honoring the Archangel Michael. So, do you ever wonder why so many wonders across Europe bear St. Michael's name? When you investigate why, you discover...
SummaryA line drawn across Europe connects seven medieval monasteries and sanctuaries dedicated to St. Michael the Archangel, stretching from Ireland to Israel. According to legend, this "St. Michael's line" represents the arc of the archangel's sword as he defeated Satan, though the alignment is only approximate and may be coincidental.20 tweets2 min read