Washington, D.C.
Japanese Stone Lantern
A gift from Japan, 17th-century lantern stands among the cherry trees at D.C.'s Tidal Basin.
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Places I've been
Places this traveler has marked as been there.
Houston, Texas
‘Moonwalker’
In Houston's airport, a cow is properly equipped to jump over the moon.
Chimney Rock, North Carolina
Chimney Rock
A 315-foot spire jutting out from the Blue Ridge Mountains makes for breathtaking views.
Washington, D.C.
Library Of Congress Gutenberg Bible
One of the three perfect vellum copies of this historic book known to exist is on display in a specially-designed case.
Lusby, Maryland
Calvert Cliffs State Park
Captain John Smith thought these cliffs were amazing in 1608 but sharks thought so 20 million years before him.
Annapolis, Maryland
Kunta Kinte - Alex Haley Memorial
This statue honors the author's groundbreaking family story.
Baltimore, Maryland
Mr. Trash Wheel
This bug-eyed water wheel uses the power of the Sun to clean up Baltimore Harbor.
Savannah, Georgia
The Bonaventure Jogger
An eerie smiling woman looms above the granite tombstones.
Lookout Mountain, Georgia
Rock City
A bizarre roadside attraction and the first instance of miniature golf in the world.
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
King Neptune Sundial
On Hilton Head Island this bronze King of the Sea rules all things briny—and lets you know if you’re late for lunch.
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Gullah Heritage Trail
The language and heritage of a nearly forgotten culture can still be explored in this Southern enclave.
Boston, Massachusetts
The Paul Revere House
The colonial home of Paul Revere during the American Revolution.
Boston, Massachusetts
Faneuil Hall
A former waterfront market is now in the center of town due to some interesting Boston engineering.
Freeport, Maine
The Desert of Maine
This tiny patch of arid sand sits in one of the greenest states in the United States.
St. Augustine, Florida
St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum
One of the oldest, tallest, and most haunted lighthouses in America.
New York, New York
Bryant Park Bathroom
The fanciest public restroom in New York City boasts fresh flowers, art, and a classical music soundtrack.
New York, New York
The Real Winnie the Pooh & Pals
The original toys that inspired the beloved children's stories are on display at the New York Public Library.
New York, New York
Brooklyn Bridge Love Locks
A popular European tradition makes its way to the states on one of America's most famous bridges.
New York, New York
Catacombs of Old St. Patrick's Cathedral
Historical figures from New York City's Catholic community reside in Midtown.
New York, New York
Chinatown's Bloody Angle
Avoid gangster interaction while window-shopping.
New York, New York
The Cross at Ground Zero
Pulled from the rubble of one of the worst modern tragedies, a steel crossbeam became a symbol of hope for New Yorkers.
Washington, D.C.
Inside the Capitol Dome
The walls of the iconic dome are hollow and have a secret stairway.
Washington, D.C.
Capitol Building Tunnel System
Members of Congress have traveled between the buildings on Capitol Hill for a century hidden from tourists, press, and storm clouds.
Washington, D.C.
Misspelling at the Lincoln Memorial
The Lincoln Memorial has inspired many, even though a word on the inscription appears to be spelled incorrectly.
