We’ve all been there before. You’re driving in an unfamiliar area and missed your turn or accidentally drove past a parking spot on a busy night, and you absolutely can’t miss the opportunity to take ...

There are some roads around the world that are both breathtaking and super dangerous! The North Yungas Road in Bolivia, also known as "Death Road," winds through steep cliffs with barely any ...

Atlas Obscura on Slate is a new travel blog. Like us on Facebook, Tumblr, or follow us on Twitter @atlasobscura. To one side is solid rock. To the other, a 2,000-foot abyss. In between is a two-way, ...

Carved into the rugged cliffs of the Bolivian Andes, the North Yungas Road has earned an ominous nickname: the "Death Road." This 64km stretch links the capital city of La Paz to the lush Yungas ...

Driving in reverse down a busy street might seem illegal. But as long as you’re keeping up with traffic and have your car under control, can you get pulled over just for driving backwards? Here’s what ...