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Hiking el Caminito del Rey, Once the World's Most Dangerous Trail

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HowStuffWorks hikes El Caminito del Rey, a very dangerous hiking path in Spain that was closed to the public for 15 years after several deaths.

Handel & Hendrix and Other Famous 'Next-Door Neighbors'

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HowStuffWorks looks at six writers and musicians who were unlikely neighbors.

Quiz: What's This Country's Former Name?

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From war to political unrest to rebranding, there are all sorts of reasons countries change names. Match the former country names with our quiz.

6 Famous Outlaws of the Wild West

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You know most of their names, but here are the fascinating stories of how six criminal masterminds of the old West lived and died.

How Queen Elizabeth Fell in Love With Corgis

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As we pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, we look at one well-known part of her life: her love of corgis.

Can a Country Buy Another Country?

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Can a country actually buy another country? HowStuffWorks looks into the history and feasibility of countries buying and selling each other.

Neuschwanstein Castle: The Real Story Behind the Fairy-tale Fortress

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Uncover the intriguing history of Neuschwanstein Castle, King Ludwig II's architectural homage to Wagner, and the mysteries surrounding its creation.

The Ghosts of Gettysburg's Devil's Den

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HowStuffWorks looks at Devil's Den, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania and examines stories about its ghosts.

The Mysterious Disappearance of Ambrose Bierce

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Ambrose Bierce dropped off the face of the earth in 1914. HowStuffWorks looks at the mysterious disappearance of literary heavyweight Ambrose Bierce.

Anne Frank's Diary Is Still Spilling Its Secrets

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Since 'The Diary of Anne Frank' was first published in 1947, scholars have dissected every page. HowStuffWorks looks at the new Anne that has emerged.