A historic area for shopping and dining in Ketchikan's former red-light district.

In 1703, French settlers in what is now Mobile celebrated the first Mardi Gras celebration in the United States.

This symbol of peace is appropriately positioned overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

A ghost town at the airport is now a refuge for blue butterflies.

Historic funicular railway, believed to be the shortest railroad in the world.

Scores of vintage street lamps shine along L.A.’s Miracle Mile.

High on a hill overlooking Los Angeles lives a world famous, high-power conical Tesla Coil.

Ecuador's first Catholic church was built by Spanish conquistadors in 1534.

A short volcanic hill in Quito doubles as a stellar observation point of an iconic statue.

This historic street in Quito is known for its seven stone crosses—and one presidential assassination.

Legend says if this neo-Gothic basilica is ever officially completed, the world will come to an end.

Quito's historic, main square dates back to the 16th century.

The gondolas let you glimpse a bird's-eye view of one of the world's highest capital cities.

It took 160 years to complete the most ornate church in Ecuador.

Home of the "true" equator.

This Ecuadorian cemetery is home to a jaw-dropping topiary wonderland.

This huge green space packed with activities will make you forget you're in the middle of the Ecuadorian capital.

An elaborate shrine dedicated to the four corners of the world unfortunately misses its mark.

An underground mansion with fruit-bearing trees and grapes growing beneath the surface of central California.