From a lost city in the desert to a cave alight with thousands of glowworms, learn about some of the most unusual places on earth, and the myths, legends, and history behind each of them. Looking at places like the Taj Majal, the lost city of Petra, Namibia's Skeleton Coast, Wizard Island in the United States, and France's Mont-Saint-Michel, this book regales readers 8 to 12 with splendid photos and engaging texts.