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If we want to learn something new and grow as individuals, we need to expose ourselves to things we haven't encountered before. That's often easier said than done, because stepping outside our comfort zones requires a willingness to be vulnerable in the face of the unfamiliar.

So, we decided to create a controlled, zero-risk environment where everyone who wants to expand their horizons could easily do so. Bored Panda put together a list of fascinating pictures for curious minds, revealing nature, technology, and other aspects of the world you might never have explored—each one ready to spark your next big interest.

#1

Modern Icelandic Houses Are Built With Geothermally Heated Water Pipes Under Their Sidewalks So Icelanders Never Have To Shovel In Winter

Blue pipes laid out along the exterior of a building showing a fascinating picture for curious minds learning about the world.

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    #2

    One Bench In The Netherlands, One In Germany, And One In Belgium

    Three people and a dog near a circular bench and flagpoles in a wooded area, showcasing fascinating pictures for curious minds.

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    #3

    My Uncle, Who Works On An Arctic Research Vessel, Got An Unexpected Visitor Today

    Man feeding a polar bear through a small window in an unusual setting, fascinating picture for curious minds learning.

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    #5

    Forelimb Of A Fin Whale And Human Skeleton

    Skeleton of a fin whale flipper and human skeleton displayed side by side, fascinating pictures for curious minds.

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    #6

    Dad’s Relay Torch From The ‘84 Olympics

    Hand holding an Olympic torch with Titus inscription near a bright window, fascinating pictures for curious minds.

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    Mreoww
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    1 week ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oooh. From Reddit: “ He’s a union worker and the organization donated money so he was able to carry it for a stretch. He was a huge runner back in the day. I have a pretty cool photo of him finishing a marathon with a 2:43 time”, OP says about their dad.

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    #9

    A Few Years Ago I Submitted A Gallery Of Photos I've Taken While Working As A Flight Paramedic In The Canadian Arctic

    Pilots navigating an aircraft cockpit, person observing northern lights, and medical professional using equipment inside a plane.

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    #12

    Galileo Sees Io Erupt. You Can See Volcanic Eruptions On Jupiter’s Moon Io From Space

    Close-up view of volcanic activity on a celestial body showcasing fascinating pictures for curious minds learning about the world.

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    #15

    It’s Someone’s Job To Hoover The Whale At The American Museum Of Natural History (NYC)

    A large model whale in a museum being cleaned by a person on a hydraulic lift, showcasing fascinating pictures for curious minds.

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    #20

    Inside The Cargo Hold Of An Lng (Liquiid Natural Gas) Tanker

    Three people in protective suits inside a massive, grid-lined chamber showcasing fascinating pictures for curious minds.

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    Agfox
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't be the only Panda who would yell "Hello" at the top of my voice if I were in that space

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    #21

    Why Sunscreen Is Important

    A close-up of darker-skinned hands resting on lighter-skinned legs, showing skin texture and contrast for curious minds.

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    I_imagine_even_worse_w***s
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow one of fathers arms is like this. He's in his 80s now but years of farming and being on a tractor with his right arm only getting sun. We live in Ireland so it wasn't much sun and for past 30 years he wore sunscreen but the damage was already done. The skin is so brittle it bleeds a lot. We're all very fair skinned mostly red heds so it really drives home the importance of sunscreen even in countries that aren't known for sun.

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    #22

    The Vein Finder At Docs Office Was Fun To Mess Around With

    Hand with green vein visualization projection shown on skin, demonstrating fascinating pictures for curious minds learning about the world.

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    I_imagine_even_worse_w***s
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have terrible veins so this invention has been a huge help for both my arms and my nurse's patience!! (Pun intended)

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    #23

    I Saw 1 Of The 25 Blimps Left In The World

    Airship floating in a cloudy sky, a fascinating picture for curious minds who want to learn more about the world.

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    SCP 4666
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did you know that the German word for blimp is Zeppelin. So Led Zeppelin would technically be an illuminated blimp 😁

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    #24

    The Border Between Canada And The U.S. Is Just A Clearcut Line In The Forest. This Is Above Eureka, Mt

    View through dense forest down a green hillside toward valley and distant mountains in fascinating pictures for curious minds.

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    #25

    Southern Los Angeles Looks Like A Computer Motherboard

    Aerial night view of a sprawling cityscape illuminated by thousands of lights for curious minds to explore.

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    #26

    Cab Of A Modern Trash Truck

    Cabin view of a high-tech agricultural vehicle with controls and screens driving through green fields, curious minds exploring technology.

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    Lady Eowyn
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For anyone who doesn't have respect for the trash collectors. You need brains to deal with this lot.

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    #27

    Huge Wheel

    Large mining truck tire with heavy-duty chains and worker in safety gear adjusting chains on muddy ground, fascinating pictures.

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    Billo66
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to drive one of those at a rock quarry. That and high explosives, I loved it.

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    #28

    A Camera-Less iPhone Issued To My Buddy That Works At A Nuclear Plant. No Cameras Allowed

    Hand holding a scratched iPhone on a green marble surface next to a glass jug, for curious minds learning about the world.

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    #30

    I Have A Tile Of Uranium Glass

    Hand holding a glowing green square object emitting light in a dark indoor setting for curious minds to learn more.

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    Billo66
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just don't ingest it. Our skin is pretty tough but it wreaks hell bombarding our soft tissue. Depending on the amount I suppose. And now I just thought of "Hey honey, come look at this" and show her my glow in the dark poop. It's 3am forgive me.

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    #34

    Contact Area Between Train Wheel And Rail

    Close-up of a train wheel on railway track showcasing fascinating pictures for curious minds exploring the world.

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    Nadine Debard
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The train wheels are slightly conical (3 degrees) to allow turning without having a differential between the wheels and it also keeps the train on tracks because of the forces that apply on the conical wheel.

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    #37

    Concentrated Solar Farm I Saw On A Plane To Vegas

    A fascinating aerial view of a solar power plant with reflective panels under a cloudy sky for curious minds.

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    Verena
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are mirrors, focusing in on the tower in the middle to transmit the heat to water. Basically a giant solar oven.

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    #38

    My Friend's 0.3 Millimeter Drill Bit Used For Working On Models

    Close-up of a thin, tiny metal wire on human fingers, showcasing one of the fascinating pictures for curious minds.

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    #42

    Hubble Shows That Jupiter’s Great Red Spot Is Smaller Than Ever Seen Before

    Jupiter and its Great Red Spot captured in fascinating pictures for curious minds exploring the world.

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    #43

    My Husband Got Tipped With A $10 Coin At Work Tonight

    Close-up of a hand holding a 1993 Clinton ten-dollar coin, a fascinating picture for curious minds learning about the world.

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    Alfred Wessex
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unfortunately that’s not a valid US currency. It’s just a commemorative coin issued by the Hutt River Province in Australia. It’s one of those things you see for sale on late night TV.

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    #44

    Doing A Reno And Thought It Was Interesting How Nails Have Changed In Almost 200 Years

    Old rusty nails compared to new shiny nails on a wooden surface, showcasing fascinating pictures for curious minds.

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    #45

    1936 Concept Of Making The Eiffel Tower Accessible By Car

    A fascinating vintage illustration showing Eiffel Tower with a large mechanical contraption, curious minds exploring the world.

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    #49

    Toilet On The 155th Floor Of The Burj Khalifa

    Toilet with open lid in a high-rise bathroom offering a panoramic city view captured for curious minds.

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    Dominik
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    bad idea in today's drone age (even if Drake's drone is supposed to be staged)

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    #50

    The Pilot In My Flight Had To Dump Fuel Before Emergency Landing. That’s How It Looks Like

    View from airplane window showing wing with clear sky and landscape below, perfect for curious minds who want to learn more.

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    #53

    The Amount Of Security Cameras At This Casino

    Arcade machines with colorful lights in a gaming room, perfect for curious minds wanting to learn more about the world.

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    LuckyL
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They want to make sure, that nobody and use helium ballons to hide from a camera

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    #54

    Foam Beer In Japan. Paid 400 Yen (Us$ 2.60)

    Glass of white liquid on wooden surface with blurred background, illustrating fascinating pictures for curious minds learning about the world

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    megabeth
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Im from Milwaukee (USA) and a bartender and am super confused. I would get laughed at or cussed out for serving that. More likely institutionalized.

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