Mountains

Like Mars, but much closer.

This old selenite mine is dotted with tiny crystals that make it shimmer like it's covered in glitter.

It's said this geological anomaly was caused when the Devil took a bite out of the Irish mountainside.

This road winds through the steep coastal cliffside offering spectacular views for those who brave the drive.

The scant remains of this flooded historic village can be explored in one of the most remote areas of the Great Smokies.

This mountain sunrise is one of the most breathtaking views in Thailand, yet well off the tourist trail.

This incredible mountainside temple is home to intriguing statues of demon-like creatures.

Two large eyes painted anonymously on a mountain overlooking the city pay homage to an old legend.

The home of Ireland's last leprechauns is officially protected by the European Union.

A breathtaking and biodiverse wilderness in the mountain setting of Ernest Hemingway's "For Whom the Bell Tolls."

The remains of this rugged homestead ranch offer a brief glimpse into a bygone era.

This small West Virginia park is a land trust holdout against mountaintop removal mining.

Packed with gear and memorabilia, this museum chronicles the history of skiing and how its rise shaped New England.

Unknown to many, this sparkling turquoise lake hides amid Oregon's snowcapped mountains.

The remains of 50,000 World War I soldiers rest under a towering arch overlooking the Alpine battlefields.

This towering volcanic plug stands out among the dramatic formations that dot this otherworldly desert valley.