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The Jean Cocteau murals.
This classic London pub has a surprising history behind it.
‘The End’ by Heather Phillipson, 2020.

Discover These Delightful Oddities Around London's West End

Forgo the tourist stops and crowded theaters for some lesser-known pieces of British lore.

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Including Church of Notre Dame de France, The Soho Square Hut, John Snow, and Endangered Species Doorway

A view of the perfectly round Lac Pavin.
The hole in Lost Lake is a lava tube
Aerial view of Lake Hillier
Mystery Lakes of the Badain Jaran Desert
Thrombolites of Lake Clifton

Lakes to Make You Double-Take

Take a closer look at these tranquil waters for local lore and hidden histories.

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Including Lac Pavin, Lost Lake, Lake Hillier, and Gippsland Lakes Bioluminescence

Located on a residential, tree-lined street, the home stands apart from its neighbors with grand, arched windows, arcaded galleries, and ornate piazzas on three sides.
Angelo was a shrimper
Construction of Fort Clinch began in 1847, but by the outbreak of hostilities at the start of the Civil War, only about two-thirds of the fort had been completed.
The store’s quaint, homey feel captures founder Bill Nelson’s dream of creating an “old-fashioned book store.”
American Beach was purchased by the Jacksonville Afro-American Life Insurance Company in 1935.

Fall in Love With Amelia Island at These 6 Hidden and Unusual Places

Florida’s dreamiest destination is even more unforgettable when you add these hidden gems and local favorites to your itinerary.

Sponsored By Amelia Island, FL
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Including The Fairbanks House, Bosque Bello Cemetery , The Palace Saloon , and Fort Clinch

View of leaning tower from outer-moat east bridge
Crooked House
The Leaning Brownstone

These Buildings Are Leaning Into It

Splendid structures, slightly slanted.

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Including Leaning Tower of Niles, The Leaning Tower at Caerphilly Castle, Crooked House, and The Leaning Brownstone

Heart eyes.
View from across the street.
The Demon of Palazzo Salina
De Harak Clock during the day
(Flickr/davduf)
AFRY Building

13 Buildings With Extraordinary Exteriors

No entry needed to appreciate these edifices.

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Including Plein Rond de Eik, The Petrie Building, The Demon of Palazzo Salina , and Rudolph de Harak Digital Clock

Mother and baby “Ma’ax.”
A female capuchin monkey expressing excitement
A macque sits on the Buddha’s shoulder.
Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary
View of the Soutwest side of Monkey Island on Homosassa River.

14 Places to Get Personal with Primates

We live on the planet of the apes.

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Including Spider Monkeys of Tikal , The Capuchin Monkeys of Manduri , Phra Prang Sam Yot, and Philippine Tarsier and Wildlife Sanctuary

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