Atlas Obscura Lists

These incredible tools were used to understand the world thousands of years ago.

Including Antikythera Mechanism, Gavazan Column at Tatev Monastery , Nilometer, and Beijing Ancient Observatory

The most unusual final resting places in the Big Easy's "Cities of the Dead."

Including Marie Laveau's Tomb, Saint Louis Cemetery No. 1, Metairie Cemetery, and Nicolas Cage’s Pyramid Tomb

Six places to visit some of America's last eight-sided homes.

Including T.M. Younglove Octagon House, McElroy Octagon House, The Octagon House, and Land’s End Octagon House

Visit Paddington Bear, Ramona Quimby, and other childhood heroes in person.

Including Paddington Bear Statue , Alice in Wonderland Statue, Make Way for Ducklings Statue , and Dr. Seuss Sculpture Garden

A UFO-inspired church, a futurist gas station, and more deep cuts.

Including Blue Sky Mausoleum, The Darwin D. Martin House, Kentuck Knob, and Frank Lloyd Wright's Burnham Block

Lightning rods, hidden hatches, and more.

Including Washington Monument Marble Stripe, Washington Monument Access Hatch, Washington Monument Lightning Rod, and Washington Mini Monument

Handy Guides to the World’s Most Curious Places