Iwakuni, Japan
Iwakuni Shirohebi Shrine
A shrine dedicated to the sacred white snakes of Iwakuni, whose albinism has been passed down for generations.
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Iwakuni, Japan
A shrine dedicated to the sacred white snakes of Iwakuni, whose albinism has been passed down for generations.
Iwakuni, Japan
One of Japan's most famous sights, the bridge was originally built in 1673.
Berdorf, Luxembourg
This Luxembourg cave is covered in cryptic looking marks left by mining activity.
Trier, Germany
The last bastion of Roman presence north of the Alps looms over a German town.
Toronto, Ontario
A 98-room castle in the middle of Toronto that bankrupted a 19th century electricity multimillionaire.
Toronto, Ontario
Along with his smaller donkey pal, he guards the museum’s exhibits and memorabilia.
Toronto, Ontario
The giant birds honor two native North American species.
Toronto, Ontario
A touching tribute to the "Wonky Donkey."
Toronto, Ontario
A collection of more than 12,000 shoes, displayed in a building shaped like a shoebox.
Niagara Falls, New York
One of many reminders of Tesla's scientific contributions overlooks the falls which inspired him.
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
On Hilton Head Island this bronze King of the Sea rules all things briny—and lets you know if you’re late for lunch.
Edisto Island, South Carolina
This bare tree might not have leaves but it is constantly clothed in festive decorations left by mysterious local benefactors.
Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston's historic city jail once held everyone from pirates to Civil War POWs.
Charleston, South Carolina
Thirteen pastel palaces in downtown Charleston add a gorgeous splash of color to the city.
Charlotte, North Carolina
This nine-story building can be played like an instrument.
Charlotte, North Carolina
A year-long seasonal produce clock highlighting a variety of fruits and vegetables from across the Piedmont region.
Troutman, North Carolina
A Nessie-like monster supposedly lurks in this lake.
Claremont, North Carolina
A historic covered bridge, only one of two remaining in North Carolina.
Hildebran, North Carolina
An abandoned village that doubled as "The Hunger Games"' post-apocalyptic wasteland is up for grabs.
Beech Mountain, North Carolina
A former Oz-themed attraction that has fallen into disrepair, but still holds some of the original magic.
Linville, North Carolina
You can find America's highest suspension footbridge at Grandfather Mountain in North Carolina.
Collettsville, North Carolina
A cabin completely covered in coffee mugs, where visitors are welcome to leave one of their own—if they can find an empty nail.
Sint-Truiden, Belgium
This Belgian palace was long the domain of priests and aristocrats but is now being turned into an art commune.
Borgloon, Belgium
Part modern art project, part traditional chapel, this see-through church is only substantial from the right angle.