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Travel to Mexico. Find out the facts about this country in North America.

Ägypten übte zu allen Zeiten eine beispiellose Faszinationskraft aus: von den Reisenden der Antike, z.B. Herodot und Alexander den Großen, über die Archäologen des 18. und 19. Jahrhunderts bis zu den heutigen Kulturtouristen. Die altägyptische Kultur ist reich an Errungenschaften wie kaum eine frühe Hochkultur. Bis heute begeistern sich die Menschen für das Rätsel der Pyramiden, die Sphinx oder die monumentalen Tempel und Gräber in Theben. Darüber geraten die erstaunlichen künstlerischen, technischen, wissenschaftlichen und kulturellen Leistungen allerdings oft in den Hintergrund.

On 24th November 1859, Charles Darwin’s On the Origin of Species was first published, selling out almost immediately. Describing the now well known theory that humans evolved through a process called natural selection, it cemented Darwin as one of the greatest biologists of all time. However, he couldn’t have done it without the support and advice from those who believed in him. None more so than Joseph Hooker. Hooker, too, had his own adventures and made his own discoveries—many of which not only aided Darwin, but went on to change what the world knew about plants.

Abenteurer unserer Zeit, die Kultserie aus dem bekannten Märchenland-Katalog. Diese Folge präsentiert euch die Central Pacific Railroad, die berühmte Eisenbahngesellschaft, die mit dem Bau der ersten Eisenbahnstrecke quer durch den amerikanischen Kontinent - vom Atlantik bis zum Pazifik - Geschichte schrieb.

Every country has its own awesome attractions. What makes China special? Explore China's amazing features, including the Great Wall, the many growing cities, and more.

Ernest Everett Just was not like other scientists of his time. He saw the whole, where others saw only parts. He noticed details others failed to see. He persisted in his research despite the discrimination and limitations imposed on him as an African American. His keen observations of sea creatures revealed new insights about egg cells and the origins of life.

Pack your bags! We're headed to South Korea. On this whirlwind tour, you'll learn all about the country's landscape, culture, people, and more. We'll explore coastal islands and mountain ranges, enjoy traditional pansori music, and try a popular dish of pickled vegetables. A special section introduces South Korea's capital, language, and population. Hop on board and take a fun-filled look at your world.