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5 off-beat races to know before the Tour de France

06-28-2024

	June 28, 2024

History

5 Intense Cycling Races

While everyone else is talking about the Tour de France, we here at Atlas Obscura are focused on the off-beat cycling competitions you’ve probably never heard of, from the all-uphill 30-second sprint of the George Hill Challenge in Worcester, Massachusetts, to the sleepless nights of the 1,155-mile Silk Road Mountain Bike Race through the mountains of Kyrgyzstan. Ready? Set? Go.

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Museums

A Crash Course In Dracula Lore

Why is our love for undead vampires so undying? The Rosenbach museum, home to a growing collection of undead literature, might have the answer.

Atlas Obscura Lists

Where Space Comes to Earth

From trees grown from space-seeds to a wheel of cheese that's been to orbit and back, slices of space are everywhere, if you know where to look.

Arts and Crafts

How to Dye With Onion Skins

If you don’t have time to go to the arts and crafts store, fret not—all the ingredients you need to create a totally rad tie-dye shirt are probably in your kitchen.

Atlas Obscura Courses

Learn the Art of Nature Printing

Want more art in your life? Join us to learn a centuries-old printmaking technique combining plant-pressing, botanical printing, and hand coloring.

Atlas Obscura Adventures

Machu Picchu and the Last Incan Bridges

The past collides with the present on this adventure, where you’ll trace the living legacy of the Incan Empire. You’ll visit Machu Picchu, yes, but along the way, you’ll also visit one of the last Incan Rope Bridges, delve into the enduring Inca influences on modern Peruvian culture, and soar above the mysterious Nazca Lines.

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Everyone’s A Happy Camper Here

A visit to Hendersonville, NC is full of mindful moments. Explore scenic hiking trails, enjoy laid back, nature-inspired retreats, paddle tranquil rivers, savor fresh-from-the-land dining, and more. Let the fresh air, quiet spaces, and breathtaking views renew and recharge you – and go home a happy camper. Plan your visit today.

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Hibbing, Minnesota

Bob Dylan's Childhood Home

Before Bob Dylan was Bob Dylan, he was Robert Allen Zimmerman. This is where he spent his formative years.

Portugal

Contemplate Your Existence At This Chapel of Bones

England

Is That a Keyboard Embedded In the Pavement?

Connecticut

Why Is This Sewer Plant Named After a Comedian?

New York

Take Care Climbing NYC’s Longest Step Street

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7 Places to Let Your Family’s Imagination Run Wild in Florida

When you’re in a state as large as Florida, is it any wonder there’s so much to uncover? The best part? You don’t have to look too far to find it. Stretch your imagination and experience the wonder Florida offers, whether it’s seeing 200 life-size dinosaur replicas, a live-action underwater mermaid show, lush botanical gardens, or a castle made of coral. Every day on your family’s magical vacation will hold a surprise.

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