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The Dead Sea (that borders Israel, the West Bank and Jordan) is the lowest place on land that’s below sea level, at 1,360 feet. But dozens of land areas of the Earth sit below current sea level. The ten places with the lowest elevations are listed below. 33 countries have land below sea level.

dangerousroads.org has always been on a quest: to explore and spotlight the world's most exhilarating and challenging roads. From vertigo-inducing mountain ledges to scenic coastal drives that take your breath away, we delve deep into the heart of road adventures.

This is the list of the world’s highest bridges, ranked by the maximum distance from the road of the bridge down to the ground or water beneath.

We decided to ask the stars of Formula 1 to combine their love of music and fast cars by telling us their favorite songs to listen to whenever they get the chance to hit the open road.The resulting playlist is as eclectic, exciting, traditional and fun as the F1 grid itself.

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Iconic bridges are often celebrated as masterpieces of engineering and symbols of architectural progress. However, some of these structures have also gained a somber reputation due to the high number of fatalities recorded since their completion. These landmarks are now part of a complex history where architectural grandeur meets human tragedy.

Just when you think you’ve seen every kind of road sign out there—stop, yield, sharp turn ahead—along comes something completely bizarre. All over the world, signs are designed to guide drivers, warn of dangers, or give directions. But occasionally, they end up doing something else entirely: confusing, amusing, or just plain baffling everyone who sees them.

Finding the highest mountain road in South America may also mean discovering some of the highest roads in the world. But in the South American Andes the situation is confusing like in the Himalayas and the results are often questionable and conflicting. Many high altitude gravel roads are particularly being reported in Bolivia and Chile. But all elevation indications vary greatly in different reports and you can actually not rely on them.

Petrol heads, take note. The world's best road has just been announced. There are few things as thrilling as accelerating past breathtaking countryside views, and now we know where to find the most thrilling stretch of tarmac possible. The N-222 road from Peso de Regua to Pinhao in Portugal has been awarded the prestigious honour.

Sometimes we’re so high up in the mountains that we take a deep breath and it feels like we havent’ any oxygen left at all. Even in these conditions, human beings have adapted to a huge variety of conditions, living in sky-high elevations over 16,700ft above the sea level.

Europe is the sixth largest continent in size. It extends from Iceland (west) to the Ural Mountains of Russia (east). It’s bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the south, Asia to the east, and the Atlantic Ocean to the West.

It’s difficult so say where’s the African highest mountain pass. Some sources say they should be found either in Morocco, in the mountainous East Africa or in South Africa/Lesotho. But some of these areas are still not well developed and is hard to obtain reliable information about the condition and elevation of mountain roads there.

For most drivers, a road is a strip of asphalt or concrete. But in many parts of the world, "paved" is a luxury. According to global infrastructure data, there are several nations where the vast majority of the road network consists of dirt, gravel, or sand tracks.

Driving in these countries isn't just a trip; it’s a test of endurance for both the vehicle and the driver. When less than 10% of a nation’s roads are paved, logistics change completely: rainy seasons can cut off entire regions, and a simple 100-mile journey can take days instead of hours.

Tunnels, with their extreme low lighting, echoing darkness, and often damp conditions, are intrinsically eerie places. It's no wonder that many tunnels are steeped in legends of haunting and paranormal encounters. From spine-chilling discoveries to ghostly apparitions, these subterranean passages have gained sinister reputations. Enter these eerie tunnels at your own peril, where mysteries and phantoms await.

When it comes to purchasing a car, subscribing to a car service, or renting a vehicle, one of the foremost considerations is the level of safety while driving. However, the safety of the roads on which your vehicle will traverse is beyond your control. Road safety standards vary significantly worldwide, influenced by multiple factors such as driver competence, road conditions, regulations, and speed limits. Consequently, it is essential to identify the countries with the safest roads and those that warrant caution.

The James Bond film series, started by Ian Fleming in 1953, often features well-known roads as key parts of its action scenes and settings. These roads are chosen to show off the region's landscape and provide the setting for car chases and dramatic escapes.

The Grand Tours — the Tour de France, Giro d’Italia, and Vuelta a España — are the three most important stage races in professional cycling. Each lasts three weeks (21 stages) and includes a mix of flat stages, mountain stages, and time trials. They award the highest number of UCI World Tour points, making them more prestigious than any other races on the calendar.

Fancy yourself as a top-notch driver? We all love dangerous roads and road trips. Sometimes the road less taken is less taken for a reason. In the case of these 12, it's because they may very well kill you. Go for a ride! Some roads require a lot of skill just to pass through them and stay alive. Read for an in-depth look at the most terrifying and dangerous roads.

Navigating regions with the risk of landmines presents significant hazards and complexities. Landmines, designed to cause harm, are often remnants of past conflicts, creating perilous conditions for drivers.

Looking close enough, Google Maps is full of bizarre moments. A two-headed dog, a magical floating limb, disappearing woman's body on the beach, people with missing heads and even half a cat, prowling nonchalantly along a street, disembodied limbs, strange distended abdomens, and even iPhones embedded in bums.

Curious about the most captivating roundabouts that shape cityscapes around the globe? Explore some of the world's most unique circular wonders, where functional traffic intersections transform into defining landmarks for the cities they inhabit.

Climbing a hill on a bike is often described as pure physical and mental torture, yet it remains the most exhilarating aspect of cycling. It's the ultimate test of endurance, where we watch the pros battle gravity on brutal slopes, and where dedicated amateurs seek to push their own limits.

There are a few roads in the world that actually run through natural caves. These rare roads offer a unique experience. The caves through which these roads pass are not tunnels created by humans, but natural rock formations formed millions of years ago.

Driving on a truly exhilarating road is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for some people. The adrenaline rush is definitely something any driver can crave. Yet, anyone can enjoy the magic of dangerous roads and cars at any time by putting on these great movies and embracing the emotions. Films about long journeys on the open road have always made for vital cinema.

Discover the longest urban tunnels in Europe, from Madrid's M30 Ring Road Tunnels to Moscow's icy Lefortovo Tunnel. Explore the construction, dimensions, and unique features that make these tunnels essential elements of urban mobility

Many sports car drivers flout the law in their quest for extreme adrenaline rushes. HomeToGo and HappyCar investigated drivers across Europe to create a ranking featuring 8 of the fastest speeding offences in 8 different European countries.

Throughout history, bridges have been significant for helping us get from one land mass to another — bringing people to places previously inaccessible. But these towering structures that rise above valleys, rivers and oceans represent far more than simply a means of getting from point A to point B, they are a testament to human ingenuity, willpower and the ability to overcome nature’s many obstacles.

Imagine this: you pull your car over on a seemingly ordinary stretch of road, put it in neutral, and instead of rolling downhill as expected, your vehicle slowly begins to move uphill. No, it’s not a ghost, and it’s not a hidden magnet! You’ve just experienced the baffling phenomenon of a “gravity hill” (also known as a magnetic hill or mystery hill). These intriguing locations, found all over the world, challenge our perception of gravity and leave countless visitors scratching their heads. But what exactly is going on when your water bottle rolls “uphill” and your car defies logic?

Professional cycling has many stage races, but three stand above the rest: the Tour de France, the Giro d’Italia, and the Vuelta a España. Together, these “Grand Tours” form the cornerstone of the UCI WorldTour calendar, attracting the world’s best riders and millions of fans every year. Each is steeped in history, tradition, and legendary mountain battles that have defined the sport.

While a winding mountain road offers a driving thrill, the world's longest, perfectly straight roads are found almost exclusively in just a few regions: the American West, the Canadian Prairies, the Middle East, and the Australian outback. This geographic concentration is no accident. It is the direct result of a collision between history, modern engineering, and vast, empty land.

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