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Despite his legacy of work in Spain, Cuba, and Florida, the larger-than-life writer's grave is a simple affair tucked in an Idaho cemetery.

A bronze replica of half-consumed salt lick honors a quirky town tradition.

Spectacular volcanic cliffs along the Crooked River invite hiking, rock climbing, and photography.

One small town in the Pacific Northwest transformed itself into a Bavarian-themed tourist destination.

This impressively large collection includes crackers shaped like Jimmy Carter, Mickey Mouse, and more.

This playground sculpture of an icon from the past is dedicated to the children of the future.

This inanimate goat created by the "welding nun" has been helping to clean up the city of Spokane for more than 40 years.

A classic carnival ride that was carved to be untouchable.

A smoke stack so large, the Washington Monument could fit inside!

Cabins once lived in by Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid are featured at this Old West living history museum.

At the time of its completion, it was the tallest dam in the world.

One man's ambition created this psychedelic log home.

This historic Union Pacific Railroad depot is a stunning symbol of American post-Civil War progress.

For 14 years, this former stray dog greeted every train passenger that arrived in Fort Collins.

Paranormal experiences in this hotel's room 217 led Stephen King to write "The Shining."

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

One of the only Florida forts to remain in the hands of the Union all through the Civil War still stands as a historic stronghold.

A local landmark with generations of spraypainted messages, and more being added each day.

A Grand Dame of the vaudeville circuit restored to its former glory.

Pensacola's UFO home has withstood many hurricanes—just as the experimental 1960s design intended.

A Roman-style column in Oregon hides a spiral staircase inside.

You might recognize this historic Oregon mansion from its appearance in 'The Goonies.'

An eccentric home stands out in an otherwise average neighborhood with mosaics, mini topiaries, and kinetic sculpture.