Pictures of North America

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Discover the geological wonders of North America’s hottest and lowest national park, packed with raw, wild and untouched landscapes ripe for exploring.

From sharks and stingrays, to penguins and octopus, get close to a colorful collection of tropical sea creatures at this walk-through aquarium.

Drive down a beautiful oak avenue to see replicas of colonial wattle-and-daub huts at this large state historic site just outside Savannah.

One of the National Mall’s more austere pieces of architecture, the Jefferson Memorial pays homage to one of America’s greatest presidents and visionaries.

The largest island in the US offers plenty of swimming and hiking as well as some impressive volcanic scenery.

From its sugar-white beaches and thrilling surf to internationally renowned golf courses and scenic hikes, Maui, Hawaii’s second-largest island, is a popular destination.

In its dedication to the written word, this building is the pinnacle of everything literary. Visit this treasury showcasing the world through writing.

This picturesque Tennessee town bordering the Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers acres of wilderness, breathtaking scenery and lots of adventure activities.

This oceanfront city in Mississippi offers a wide choice of casinos, popular eco-tourism options and a touching memorial for those affected by Hurricane Katrina.

Running past some of the city’s principal attractions is a scenic 19th-century canal. Take a paddleboat, kayak or gondola out onto the water.

One of the National Mall’s more austere pieces of architecture, the Jefferson Memorial pays homage to one of America’s greatest presidents and visionaries.