Seismologist Deborah Kilb was wading through California earthquake records from the past four decades when she noticed ...

Seven environmental activists from around the world will be awarded the Goldman Environmental Prize on April 21. Known as the ...

The technical information contained in this news release has been verified and approved by Jean-Paul Pallier, MSc. Mr. Pallier is a designated EurGeol by the European Federation of Geologists and is a ...

There has been a huge push to plant native trees across the Andes in recent years. And it’s been a success. This is episode 23 of Stories of Resistance, in honor of Earth Day.

Sandwiched between the Andes mountains with Chilean Patagonia to ... Bariloche to Atlantic Patagonia's Puerto Madryn and Trelew (located about 14 hours away) and Southern Patagonia's El Chaltén ...

Battered by Antarctic storms in the southern Andes at the very tip of Chile, I met my biggest mental outdoor challenge yet on ...

Elevated panoramic view of Cusco, Peru, showcasing the city's distinctive terracotta rooftops nestled among the Andes Mountains. The iconic red-tiled roofs stretch across the historic town, creating a ...

Mountain-top meditation retreats are an ideal escape for those looking for some peace in nature's grandeur. These retreats are usually located in remote areas, surrounded by breathtaking views ...

Welcome to Nat Geo Your Shot: National Geographic’s global community for aspiring visual storytellers. Find the community on Instagram @NatGeoYourShot and follow along for hashtag challenges ...

Apr. 15, 2025 — Wildflowers growing on land previously used for buildings and factories can accumulate lead, arsenic and other metal contaminants from the soil, which are consumed by pollinators ...

The Cave of the Hands is located in Francisco P. Moreno National Park in Southern Patagonia. From Perito Moreno, the Cave of the Hands is located approximately 100 miles south on Provincial Route 97.