Syria Guide -- National Geographic

Hidden in the desert, Palmyra is one of the world's most well preserved historic sites.

Photograph by Annie Griffiths Belt

Camel Beauty Contest

From across the vast and parched Arabian Peninsula, camels converge on Abu Dhabi for an annual beauty contest.
Photo Gallery: Desert Landscapes

Discover dunes and dive into seas of sand from Australia to the Middle East and beyond in this gallery dedicated to Earth’s most barren landscapes.
Persia: Ancient Soul of Iran

A glorious past inspires a conflicted nation. Learn how ancient Persia evolved into the modern Islamic Republic of Iran.

Hideaways & Inns

Find a destination that's great for anyone in need of a getaway.

Intelligent Travel

Cultural, authentic, and sustainable: This is your brain on travel.

Audio Slideshow

Take a photographic journey through Montana and hear Annie Griffiths Belt's narrative.
Adventure Videos

Check out adventure videos and go "Behind the Lens."