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Göbekli Tepe just doesn’t make sense. The neolithic&nbsp;archaeological ruins were first uncovered in the '60s, but their significance wasn’t truly realized until 1994. The site&nbsp;is&nbsp;located in southeastern Turkey -&nbsp;although it predates the establishment of the country by a significant amount of time. In fact, Göbekli Tepe is so old&nbsp;and complex&nbsp;that it is <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/list/archaeology-that-changed-history/nathan-gibson">rewriting our understanding</a> of not just Turkish history, but the entire history of humanity. Based on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/list/archaeological-misunderstandings-and-mistakes/stephanroget">everything we know</a> about how modern&nbsp;civilization got its start, Göbekli Tepe should not exist. However, exist it does, and&nbsp;has for nearly 12,000 years.Archaeological study of Göbekli Tepe has been going on for quite some time - even though the modern political climate in Turkey has made matters slightly more difficult. Some sections are even in the process of being restored. The site has become a tourist attraction and a source of local pride, and there are&nbsp;plenty of good reasons for that. Göbekli Tepe is, after all, the oldest site of significance created by human beings, and that makes it one of the most important <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/list/facts-about-peat-bog-bodies/laura-allan">archaeological discoveries</a> ever made.

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Though the U.S. is not even 250 years old, history textbooks already must omit a great deal. Here are in-depth looks at a few of the most fascinating and less flattering events and scenes that took place on American soil.

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From the early inhabitants of the original 13 colonies, to the pioneers who moved West and South as America expanded, there was one common problem when it came to establishing new settlements: What would they name their city?Some US cities and towns were named after a founder, a nearby geological feature, or a place the settlers had come from, but <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/weird-american-small-towns/noah-henry">others</a> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/weird-american-town-names/laura-allan">had very unusual names.</a>And the city or town could end up being renamed, sometimes multiple times. Here are the stories about how some US cities got their original monikers, and the reason(s) why the name ended up being changed.

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Immerse yourself in the world of small-town charm with our carefully curated collection of TV shows. Serving as a gateway into the picturesque landscape and intimate settings of rural life, these series offer a warm and welcoming retreat from the bustling city atmosphere. Explore the rich narratives, diverse genres, and captivating characters that make these small-town shows a TV viewing necessity.Engage with a range of stories that capture the essence of the small-town spirit, from the heart-warming tales of community and friendship to the gripping thrillers set against serene backdrops. Our diverse list enables you to dive into romantic dramas, intriguing mysteries, light-hearted comedies, and much more. Each series beckons you to cherish the slow-paced, authentic experiences of countryside life, painting a vivid picture of these close-knit communities.The unique feature of our roundup lies in the power vested in you, our valued viewer. With every vote you cast, you can influence the rankings and herald in a more personalized viewing journey. This interactive edge offers a fresh twist to your series selection process, aligning seamlessly with your viewing preferences.Experience simpler, streamlined entertainment with our integrated streaming service buttons accompanying each show. Tailored for an easy viewing experience, these helpful shortcuts provide instant access to platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, Paramount+, Disney+, and Max. Whether you resonate with the top-ranked show or find an underrated gem further down the list, these buttons directly link you to your next binge-watch.Venture through the charming alleys of small-town narratives with these television shows. This assembled list offers more than just suggestions; it's a customized journey through the best of small-town TV series. Uncover tales layered with intricate relationships, local culture, and inviting scenery, all embedded within the warm embrace of the small-town ethos. So dive in, vote and rank, and let us facilitate your exploration of small-town series, all at your fingertips.

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The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/egypt-pyramid-facts/thomas-west">Great Pyramid of Giza</a>. The Great Wall of China. The Parthenon. The Eiffel Tower. Stonehenge. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/history-monument-ancient-facts/thomas-west">Great structures</a> capture our imagination and give us a lasting collective heritage. (They also provide the backdrop to innumerable selfies.)&nbsp;But while they may last for centuries, these familiar objects have widely divergent building times. Some take decades to erect, others just a few years. Still others have been slowly created over centuries. Here are some of the world's most <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/ancient-landmark-facts/lauren-glen">famous landmarks</a>, along with the time it took to make them a reality.

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Whether tucked away between more modern structures built throughout their still thriving cities or standing alone amidst deserted landscapes, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/history-monument-ancient-facts/thomas-west">ancient landmarks</a> have the ability to inspire both excitement and intrigue. As gateways to the past, these <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/ancient-temple-facts/emily-mast">ancient temples</a> and monuments tell the unique history of civilizations who lived centuries before us - providing archaeological information where recorded written details of events are rarely found.&nbsp;Many of these <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/oldest-buildings-in-the-world-still-standing/pierce-nahigyan">surviving ancient buildings</a> and ruins are well-recognized as world travel destinations and backdrops to Hollywood film scenes. Still, while we may easily identify these iconic structures, there are always more elements of new knowledge to uncover. Below are some seriously head-turning facts we just learned about ancient landmarks.&nbsp;

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If you've spent any time driving across the United States, surely you've seen the signs: &quot;SPEED ENFORCED BY AIRCRAFT.&quot; What, exactly, does&nbsp;that mean? How do they track speed with aircraft? Surprisingly, the technology is pretty old school.Why the mystery? Different states patrol speeders from the sky and some states almost never do it. In areas where the signs are present, most motorists never see the planes or helicopters monitoring them, which makes it all seem like a ruse. But it's for real, alright. And if you're not careful, speed enforcing aircraft technology could cost you.&nbsp;

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Are you already an expert in everything America? Great! No need to read about these fascinating facts and important events that have shaped the U.S. as we know it today.

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Since the first iteration of the American flag found itself atop the colonial warship&nbsp;Alfred&nbsp;in 1775, Old Glory&#39;s tri-color facade has undergone 26 makeovers. The current 50-star&nbsp;American flag, adopted by President Eisenhower in 1960, has been in use longer than any other version. What began as a symbol of independence from Great Britain is now, for better or worse,&nbsp;a universal symbol of America&#39;s influence around the world.

At home, the American flag is literally everywhere: on cars, on t-shirts, and hanging atop flagpoles outside businesses. From classrooms to sports stadiums to political arenas, the Stars and Stripes remain a centerpiece of public engagement in the United States. How exactly did Americans become so obsessed with their&nbsp;flag? The actual answer is far more multifaceted than the unconditional allegiance and love&nbsp;expressed by the flag&#39;s symbolic sibling, &quot;The Star-Spangled Banner.&quot;

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People have been living all around the world for literally thousands of years. Here are some of the most interesting things human beings have ever done (that we know about).

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Today, monuments in the ancient world, from the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/how-ancient-egyptians-moved-pyramid-blocks/stephanroget">Pyramids of Giza</a> to the Roman Pantheon to Cambodia's Angkor Wat, are some of the world's most popular tourism&nbsp;destinations. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/secret-rooms-in-historical-landmarks/jim-rowley">Historical landmarks</a> like these&nbsp;allow visitors to imagine what life would have been like thousands of years before their time, which is a major part of their appeal.But this is not a modern phenomenon. Ancient peoples flocked to tourist destinations for the same reasons people do today: to be enlightened, entertained, and energized.

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It’s easy to assume that whatever customs, systems, processes, and general facts of life you’re accustomed to are the “norm.” However, as soon as you venture out of your home country or region, it becomes extremely apparent that not everything you do or have at home is the norm elsewhere. For Americans, this means coming&nbsp;across <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/why-dont-americans-use-bidets/genevieve-carlton">a bidet</a> on a French vacation, or having a tip refused at a restaurant, or being forced to make sense of&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/why-dont-americans-use-metric-system/melissa-sartore">the metric system</a> can come as a shock to the system.The truth is, the US does many things differently from the rest of the world. From minor differences like&nbsp;an <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/why-american-flags-everywhere-in-united-states/megan-summers">obsession with the American flag,</a> to major ones with political or economic implications, like the use of a sales tax instead of value-added tax, or the refusal to recognize the International Criminal Court’s authority, the US is unique in a number of ways. Below you’ll find many things Americans do differently from the rest of the world - and why.

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The United States is one of the most linguistically diverse countries in the world; as of 2020, it was estimated that between 350 and 430 different <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-language-to-learn/jennifer-lee" target="_blank">languages</a>&nbsp;are spoken in the nation. English is the most widely spoken, followed by Spanish.

But there are also dialects that are spoken by a much smaller number of people who reside in specific parts of the US. These <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/til-accent-dialect-facts/tracey-graham" target="_blank">lesser-known dialects</a> include the brogue spoken by the residents of Ocracoke Island in North Carolina&#39;s Outer Banks region, the Cajun French of Louisiana, and the pidgin that was developed by people who came to the Hawaiian Islands to work on the sugar plantations.&nbsp;

Some of these dialects, like the mixture of colonial-era British English and Tidewater spoken by some of the residents of Tangier Island in Virginia or the Boontling heard in the Northern California community of Boonville, are in danger of dying off, as younger generations haven&#39;t been taught the language. But there is hope that these, as well as many of the other lesser-known dialects spoken by residents of the US,&nbsp;can be preserved - and possibly even revived - before it&#39;s too late.

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Many civilizations throughout history have erected enormous buildings and other structures to secure their place in both the present and posterity. Indeed, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/whoa-historic-landmark-facts/alby-thompson">these landmarks</a> are sometimes the only evidence left of past cultures - mute testaments to their greatness.&nbsp;Throughout the world,<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/ancient-monuments-still-standing/pierce-nahigyan"> impressive monuments from antiquity</a> still stand, and they are important not just as archaeological remains, but&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/ancient-tourism-facts/jim-rowley">also for tourism.</a> Every year, more fascinating facts emerge from these constructions of stone, brick, and mortar,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/whoa-monument-facts/mallory-weiler">shedding important light</a> on the people who produced them, allowing those in the present to gain some insight into the aspirations of those who came before.

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If you've ever been to Florida during hurricane season, you know how unforgiving the weather can be. So why do we launch rockets from Florida, a place that has a reputation for savage storms and inhospitable wildlife? The Kennedy Space Center, located in Cape Canaveral, is NASA's most active launch site in the United States. Even though the space shuttle program ended in 2011, NASA's&nbsp;flight programs continue to roll out&nbsp;rockets, and the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/nasa-2020-mars-rover/jacob-shelton?ref=browse_carousel&amp;l=2&amp;pos=4" target="_blank">exciting new Mars Rover</a> is scheduled to <a href="https://phys.org/news/2016-08-nasa-awards-mars-rover-mission.html#nRlv" target="_blank">launch aboard a rocket from&nbsp;Cape Canaveral</a> in 2020.&nbsp;But why is NASA in Florida, and how did they choose that location in the first place?As it turns out, there are actually lots of very good reasons to for NASA to launch their rockets from the sandy coasts of Florida. Despite all the hurricanes, it is still the best location in the country to launch a rocket into orbit. Economic incentives, unique geography, and nearby government installations&nbsp;come together to help the Space Coast live up to its name.&nbsp;That's why companies like SpaceX&nbsp;and Boeing are flocking to the sunshine state&nbsp;in order to take advantage of the existing infrastructure and make their marks on the stars above.

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Though the United States is a relatively young nation, people have inhabited&nbsp;the North American continent for millennia. Few of their original dwellings remain, though relics can be found scattered throughout the 50 states. But what about the homes that were never demolished or diminished by the march of time?&nbsp;What is the oldest standing house in America?

If you&#39;re an architectural buff, or just a US history fan, you may be tempted to say the Fairbanks House in Massachusetts. It&#39;s definitely up there&nbsp;(though no contender for the <a href="/list/oldest-houses-in-the-world-still-standing/pierce-nahigyan" target="_blank">oldest house&nbsp;in the world</a>), yet like most of the&nbsp;oldest standing houses in America, it only&nbsp;dates back to the 1600s. By comparison,&nbsp;the pueblo houses built by the indigenous peoples of&nbsp;New Mexico have been standing for more than a thousand years.

Thanks to the efforts of Native American tribes and historical societies, the US has managed to preserve several of its most ancient buildings.&nbsp;These are the oldest houses still standing in America.

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List of <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-best-honeymoon-destinations?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">the Best Honeymoon Destinations</a> in the US ranked from best to worst. The United States offers newlyweds ample options for where to spend their honeymoon. With beach resorts, 5 star hotels and rustic cabins, the US has something for everyone. Which is the best honeymoon destination in the US? Vote on this list and make sure your favorite destination for romance ranks high on this list.The Hawaiian Islands are some of the most popular honeymoon destinations in the US. Maui offers newlyweds beautiful sandy beaches where they can experience great water adventures or simply enjoy laying on the beach. Lanai has been dubbed “Hawaii's most enticing island” and honeymooners can enjoy rest, relaxation and romance in one of <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/most-beautiful-places-in-america/ranker-travel?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">the most beautiful places</a> in the world.Las Vegas has been a popular destination for honeymoons since it emerged as a major gambling hub in the 1950s. Couples can enjoy spa treatments and five star restaurants while trying their luck at popular games. If couples are having second thoughts about their marriage, Vegas also offers the best quicky divorces.Which is the best honeymoon destination in the US? Vote on this list and let us know why your favorite place makes a great destination for newlyweds in the comments section.

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Ah, New York City. The Big Apple, Gotham, The Melting Pot, The City That Never Sleeps, The Concrete Jungle. Whatever you call it, there's no denying that New York City has laid claim to some of the most influential parts of history and pop culture as we know it. If you've been there, it's likely you had some sort of transformative experience, and how could you not? With the ever-growing diversity of cultures, the feeling of being anonymous in a giant city, and a million things to do, see, and eat, it's no wonder that New York City leaves a lasting impression on people. And what better way to note that lasting impression by getting a slice of NYC tatted on you forever? &nbsp;Whether these people have lived in Manhattan their whole lives, or just had an amazing vacation to Brooklyn, these NYC tattoos will totally inspire you. Maybe one of them will give you nostalgia for a city you already love, or maybe one of them will inspire you to book your first trip there. Vote up the best NYC tattoos below, and be sure to let us know what you think in the comment section.&nbsp;

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Looking for the best place to stay on the Strip? Here are the best&nbsp;Las Vegas hotels, ranked by users everywhere. Featuring old hotels still operating today and new resorts, this <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/every-las-vegas-casino/stacy-keener?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">list of all Vegas hotels</a> includes number of rooms, hotel suite photos, and recommendations for restaurants, nightlife, the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-vegas-buffets/ranker-travel" target="_blank">best Vegas buffets</a>, and other&nbsp;things to do in Vegas. What is your favorite hotel on the Strip?

Opened in 2010, the&nbsp;Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is one of the most luxurious hotels in Sin City. With famous restaurants, like STK and Eggslut, the Cosmo also has Marquee, a nightclub and dayclub&nbsp;that features many popular artists and DJs. If you&#39;re looking for the best Vegas hotels for kids, Circus Circus and Excalibur are your best bets. Both feature arcades and activities&nbsp;the whole family can enjoy together. Other good Vegas hotels include Palazzo, Aria, Wynn, and Bellagio.

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The best college football stadiums are those football fields on college campuses that are the most loved by fans of the home team and most feared by rival fans. Hosting in excess of 100,000 fans per game each Saturday in the fall, these are the biggest, most popular and absolute best stadiums college football has to offer.It's hard not to name the biggest stadium in America, and the third-largest in the world, as among the elite. Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Michigan, home to the winningest team in college football history, the Michigan Wolverines, remains the gold standard for college football stadiums. Following in terms of biggest capacity, Beaver Stadium, where the Penn State Nittany Lions call home, and Neyland Stadium, home field of the Tennessee Volunteers follow with each hosting over 102,000-plus when at full capacity. But there are plenty of other absolutely fabulous stadiums across the country for college football fans. Bryant-Denny Stadium, home of the Alabama Crimson Tide, Tiger Stadium, where the LSU Tigers compete, Kyle Field, home to the Texas A&amp;M Aggies and Notre Dame Stadium, the mothership of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish are all favorites for fans of the home team and numerous others around the country and world.So, whether you prefer the world record crowds packing The Big House or the history and charm of the Rose Bowl, if you're a true college football fan, you owe it to yourself to experience a game in these best college football stadiums. Vote for your favorites below then go vote for the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-nfl-stadiums/sportsyeah" target="_blank">best NFL stadiums</a> and <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-college-basketball-arenas/sportsyeah" target="_blank">best college basketball arenas</a> too!

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Cities that should have a baseball team include the large metropolitan areas in the United States and Canada that are currently lacking a Major League Baseball team but certainly could make a good case as to why they deserve one. Currently, the MLB fields 30 teams and attracts an average of more than 30,000 fans per game, second only to attendance of the National Football League. With a draw like that, it only makes sense to bring America's pastime to other big cities across North America.Many of these cities have baseball teams currently, home to minor league teams, but as of the 2012 season, none of these areas enjoy a MLB team. Columbus for instance has the Clippers in the International League. Indianapolis also has an International League team with the Indians. The Portland Sea Dogs play in the Eastern League while the Oklahoma City RedHawks play in the Pacific Coast League. All of these cities have baseball teams, but there's a certain bit that is left desired between having a minor league team and one in the big leagues of the MLB.But even worse than having a minor league baseball team is not having one at all. Some formerly were home to MLB teams only to see the team move to another location for one reason or another. The Montreal Expos are the most recent example of that having been the first MLB franchise outside of the United States and existing from 1969 to 2004. Alas the Expos faced a multitude of issues and relocated, interestingly enough to America's capital, Washington DC.Whether these cities are simply big, deserving American cities like Buffalo, New York, Indianapolis, Indiana, and New Orleans, Louisiana, or worthy cities in Canada like Montreal, Vancouver and Ottawa, each of these metro areas could easily support a Major League Baseball team. Live in a great city that deserves a professional baseball team? Vote for the cities you think deserve an MLB team! Who knows, maybe one of them will be home to the next <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-greatest-baseball-players-of-all-time">greatest baseball player of all time</a>.

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List of the best college towns and cities. These locations provide not just a great university giving students a world-class education, but also a fun and diverse environment that'd conducive to learning, building a community and personal network and, more generally, gaining life experience. (There's also some fun <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/top-party-cities-of-the-world/places-to-go?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">places to party</a> in most of them. You know, if any college students you know are into that sort of thing.)A college town can refer to any area where the population is considerably impacted, or even dominated, by a local college or university. Typically, this indicates an area that has a relatively low population compared to the number of students at a university. Large cities with a lot of university students - such as Boston or Philadelphia - do not typically count as "college towns" because of the overall number of cities counter-acting the influence of college students.Towns that do have an overwhelmingly large number of college students tend to be impacted in familiar ways. Often, there will be additional bookstores, coffee shops, independent movie theaters, record stores and other businesses that appeal largely to a younger, academic demographic. Additionally, there will also be a surplus of bars and inexpensive restaurants. Rent prices also tend to be affected by the demand for housing in the area near to the university, or to public transportation leading to the university. This list collects Ranker Community picks for the coolest, most fun college towns in the US. Vote up your favorites, and if the place where your favorite townies live isn't listed, make your own version of the list and add it on there!

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Does your city deserve a professional NBA team? Here is a list of cities that should have a professional basketball team, but for one reason or another, don't. These cities are either big enough to have a team or have many sports fans who live there who want a team. From metropolises like Seattle&nbsp;that had a franchise but lost it, to strongholds of other sports franchises like St. Louis and Pittsburgh, there are plenty of cities in America that don't have NBA teams that should.What cities don't have NBA teams? What cities should get NBA expansion teams? It's possible that some of the county's best basketball cities are toiling way without a professional team! If you have an opinion, you can add to this list of cities that should have NBA teams and share it with your friends. Who knows, maybe one of these cities without NBA teams will get one because of you.