Why Gobi Desert is Called Cold Desert? The Gobi Desert ’s frigid reputation stems largely from its location and elevation.

There it is high, dry and cold, a true desert. Our journey begins in Potosi. In the 17th century during the Spanish colonial era, it was the third largest city in the world, and the richest.

They're in the headlines every week—critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, nickel, graphite and the rare earth elements ...

With some of the clearest night skies in the world, Namibia is a stargazer's paradise. The expansive deserts offer a clear ...

12 heat- and drought-tolerant desert plants to add to your home's landscape. By Richard A. Marini, ... Cold hardy, it grows as high as 6 feet and provides visual interest even in winter.