This Civil War monument was designed by an eccentric architect and Gettysburg veteran.

A dramatic, 360-degree recreation of Pickett's Charge in the Civil War.

Experience the pivotal Civil War battle at this interactive museum.

The highest point in the state of New Hampshire, and while unlikely "the worst weather in the world," it sure seems that way to hikers.

These markers are used to document elevation changes around the famed dam.

Frank Lloyd Wright’s most iconic home dangles over a Pennsylvania waterfall.

Once the "Eighth Wonder of the World," this iron railroad bridge was decimated by a tornado.

Thanks to a quirk of elevation this gift shop produces magic doughnuts that are found nowhere else on Earth.

Strange red rock formations that have been attributed to a higher power for hundreds of years.

Air Force Academy Chapel made of 100 identical tetrahedrons works to inspire those of all religions.

An enormous pair of straw sandals woven in the traditional way—to keep demons at bay.

Every hour the doors open to reenact the legend of the heroic mayor who saved his town by drinking a gallon of wine.

This memorial commemorating fallen Swiss Guards of the French Revolution has been called the saddest stone in the world.

This historic covered bridge contains a series of macabre paintings that communicate one thing: everyone dies.

Go inside to really appreciate this 500-year-old technological masterpiece.

Famously misunderstood wonder of the ancient world

This modest relic, with rich history as a strategic fort through multiple eras.

Six ravens are kept captive (but well-fed) at the Tower of London to prevent the fall of the Crown.

The watery entrance for condemned prisoners heading to the Tower of London is still visible along the Thames.

A little sculpture with a large wardrobe.

There is only one place in the world where the corners of four nations come together.

Built into the side of Jack's Mountain, these steps were once the daily commute of local quarry-workers.

Slated for demolition in 1962, the historic Pomeroy-Academia Covered Bridge was saved by conservationists.

A fitting attraction for the corn capital of the world.