These Egyptian statues have survived for 3,400 years and were an acoustic wonder of the ancient world.

This unassuming tree stump reportedly traces its roots to the famous pharaoh queen's reign.

Egyptian treasure trove of fossils documenting the whale's transition from land mammal to sea creature.

A stairway to heaven, or to nowhere at all.

This massive statue is the personification of Bavaria and the first colossal statue of the modern period composed of bronze.

A giant snail sculpture looking longingly at the German traffic museum.

This sculpture presents commentary on a life in pursuit of profits.

It should come as no surprise that the world's largest artichoke lies in the town that calls itself the "Artichoke Center of the World."

Enormous crabs, bioluminescent jellies, and other amazing creatures from the ocean’s depths—some of which are in an aquarium for the first time ever.

The world's longest known cave system.

Scores of vintage street lamps shine along L.A.’s Miracle Mile.

The oldest attraction in Disneyland is a prehistoric stump that Walt may have bought for his wife.

A family agreed to sell their property to Disney on the condition that this tree, planted as a wedding gift, would not be removed.

Inspiration struck on this seat outside the Griffith Park merry-go-round.

Allegedly haunted by Walt Disney himself, this inconspicuous lamp is always kept lit in his honor.

This extinct volcano rises above Edinburgh and is special for its panoramic views over the city.

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?

The final resting place of soldiers' loyal canine companions.

Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.

A 18th century graveyard and its astonishing cortege of macabre iconography.

The simple auditorium that launched a pop icon's career into the stratosphere.

An iconic location along the Los Angeles River where countless movie scenes are filmed.

The last of a gourmet supermarket chain, this store helped spark California's Food Revolution.

The metal leaves on this tree are engraved with the names of Holocaust victims.