The Insides of These Everyday Objects Are Totally Unexpected

Golden Gate Bridge

Inside the Golden Gate bridge is not a sight anyone expected to see in their lifetime, but here it is in all its glory. The main span of it is 4200 feet, which is pretty long if you think about it. One cable is about 7650 feet long, but there are some more exciting measurements on that little place card. 

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The More You Know

  • The stars and flashes of light you see when you rub your eyes are called "phosphenes."
  • The designer of the current United States flag was 17 at the time, and created it for a high school project. He received a B-.
  • The longest wedding veil was longer than 63 football fields.
  • There are castles for sale in France that cost less than a two-bedroom apartment in Australia.
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