Unbelievable Moments Captured at Burning Man

The Beauty Behind the Concept

Even though it doesn't coincide with the rhythm of the average modern lifestyle, people treat Burning Man like a vacation. It's not a vacation in the relaxing sense, it's an escape from society. For some, Burning Man is a religious experience that brings them clarity and direction for the upcoming year.

The More You Know

There are more than 24 time zones around the world.
Portland was named by a coin flip. Had the coin landed the other way, the city would be known as Boston, Oregon.
Almost all chickens eaten today come from the winner of the 1948 'Chicken of Tomorrow' Contest whose genetics now dominate poultry farms worldwide.
Tarantula bites are about as painful as bee stings.

Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.