These highlights from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest feature winter wonderlands Located in the White Andean Mountain Range near Huaraz, Alpamayo is among the most beautiful peaks in the world.

Winter might not be the traditional season for a national park getaway, but that’s exactly what makes it magical. With fewer crowds, peaceful snowy landscapes, and a chance to see wildlife in a ...

Discover the 15 best spots for snow photography in Kashmir this winter, from Gulmarg and Dal Lake to hidden valleys, perfect ...

A research team examined what happens to mountain snowpacks when sunny, midwinter dry spells occur in forests impacted by severe wildfire. The early pandemic years overlapped with some of California's ...

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — The early pandemic years overlapped with some of California’s worst wildfires on record, creating haunting, orange-tinted skies and wide swathes of burned landscape. Some of ...

If you live in a region where snow is a rarity, it’s easy to feel like winter magic is out of reach. However, even without snowy landscapes, you can create fun, festive experiences that bring your ...

Images of people frolicking in snowy landscapes and sliding down icy mountains are not unusual, but one crucial thing made these snaps stand out. They’re shot in Egypt. Situated on the fringes of the ...

Explore the enchanting winter landscape of North Carolina, a state renowned for its sandy beaches and vibrant cities, which transforms into a magical wonderland when winter arrives. This article takes ...