Edinburgh, Scotland
Greyfriars Bobby
The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?
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Edinburgh, Scotland
The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?
Edinburgh, Scotland
Possibly the world's smallest museum is home to one exhibit that sheds light on the capital city's dark criminal history.
Edinburgh, Scotland
The location of a citizen uprising that led to a gruesome act of mob justice.
Copenhagen, Denmark
Climb to the top of its spiral spire for spectacular views of Copenhagen.
Meredith, New Hampshire
One of the two USPS mailboats left in service docks regularly at Weirs Beach, Bear Island, and other Lake Winnipesaukee islands to deliver their mail.
London, England
Order a salt beef-loaded beigel at any hour of the day or night at this East End institution.
Reykjavik, Iceland
One of the oldest family businesses in Reykjavík serves lamb-based hot dogs.
Salem, Massachusetts
Visit a sweet shop selling one of the first candies ever made and sold in America.
Reykjavik, Iceland
The exhibition explores the Icelandic city's Viking Age history.
Iceland
This valley of hot springs and boiling mud pots is home to the record-holding "Geysir," which originated the English word.
Flåm, Norway
One of the most breathtaking railways in Europe also takes one of the steepest climbs, from fjord to mountain plateau.
Boston, Massachusetts
Mrs. Mallard and her brood are a beloved fixture in Boston Public Garden.
New York, New York
Elevated freight railway turned wildly successful urban park.
London, England
A naturally mummified 2,000-year-old man.
Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Paranormal activity on the great lakes.
Iceland
This eye-popping Icelandic crater lake is surrounded by red volcanic rock.
Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts
Over 50 whirling pools left behind from the glacial age.
Røst, Norway
The convergence of two currents makes this a surprisingly pleasant getaway in the Arctic Circle.
Manitowoc, Wisconsin
A metal ring in the middle of the road marks the exact spot where the Soviet satellite crash-landed in 1962.
Baraboo, Wisconsin
A remnant of the last Ice Age, this lake is surrounded by fascinating rock formations.
Detroit, Michigan
Inside the Wayne County airport is an amazing collection of lights and sounds.
Denver, Colorado
The Denver airport is guarded by a 32-foot-tall sculpture of a demonic horse.
Salem, Massachusetts
A simple but powerful tribute to the 20 victims of the 1692 witch trials.
Hayward, Wisconsin
143 feet of leaping muskie whose mouth can be used as a wedding venue.