Carlsbad, New Mexico
Carlsbad Caverns
The second-largest cave chamber in the world was discovered in 1898 by a 16-year-old and a friend known as "Pothead."
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Carlsbad, New Mexico
The second-largest cave chamber in the world was discovered in 1898 by a 16-year-old and a friend known as "Pothead."
Palm Springs, California
Instead of faces, these sculptures have barcodes—statements on societal dehumanization.
Bakersfield, California
An antique store houses the last operational diner from the defunct department store chain.
Los Angeles, California
The art and history of the velvet painting are on full display in this Los Angeles museum.
Los Angeles, California
This store is dedicated to unique found footage and the strangeness of pre-internet pop-culture.
Los Angeles, California
The largest collection of two headed animals in the world.
Los Angeles, California
A macabre tour of Hollywood’s deadly history.
Los Angeles, California
Medical and zoological curiosities for sale.
Los Angeles, California
Giant Redwood-themed cafeteria operates under the golden rule, "Dine Free Unless Delighted."
Laguna Beach, California
This wooden statue commemorates a man who spent nearly 40 years waving hello to the people of Laguna Beach.
Los Angeles, California
This beloved, whimsical weiner topped an eclectic variety of Los Angeles buildings, including a Thai restaurant and an advertising agency.
Palm Springs, California
A bust of the entertainer and politician sits in an alcove at the Palm Springs Airport.
Beverly Hills, California
Hidden away among the quiet streets of Beverly Hills, this small park is a haven for walkers and wildlife.
Los Angeles, California
This bank is widely believed to be the inspiration for the offices of Philip Marlowe, the hardboiled detective featured in a number of Raymond Chandler's stories.
Los Angeles, California
This iconic neon jester is a local landmark that you might recognize from his cameos in film and television.
Joshua Tree, California
Meet 'Big Josh,' the 20-foot-tall muffler man.
Solvang, California
In the "Danish Capital of America," a replica of one of Copenhagen's most iconic buildings.
Anaheim, California
Allegedly haunted by Walt Disney himself, this inconspicuous lamp is always kept lit in his honor.
Los Angeles, California
This museum is a music lover's introduction to the iconic venue.
West Hollywood, California
This L.A. fixture has been serving hot dogs out of a giant hot dog since 1946.
Anaheim, California
Inspiration struck on this seat outside the Griffith Park merry-go-round.
Anaheim, California
The lead horse on a Disneyland merry-go-round that is older than the park itself.
Palm Springs, California
At the western edge of Palm Springs, a rugged desert canyon trail leads to a waterfall at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains.
Marina del Rey, California
The short oil boom of Venice Beach, and its swift removal from the tourism-laden landscape.