New Orleans, Louisiana
Carousel Bar
The only rotating bar in New Orleans has been slowly spinning since 1949.
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New Orleans, Louisiana
The only rotating bar in New Orleans has been slowly spinning since 1949.
Split, Croatia
This ancient Roman aqueduct once funneled water to Diocletian's palace.
Split, Croatia
The big toe of this towering monument to a Croatian national hero is worn from years of superstitious rubbing.
Split, Croatia
Split's smallest church, and one of its oldest, has been reconstructed inside the city's Roman walls.
Niagara Falls, New York
One of many reminders of Tesla's scientific contributions overlooks the falls which inspired him.
Nieuwpoort, Belgium
A massive, gleaming sea turtle with a rider atop its shell looks out over the horizon.
Vleteren, Belgium
Stocking up on the world's best beer requires a pilgrimage to a monastery drive-through.
Ghent, Belgium
This narrow Ghent alleyway is an officially sanctioned street art tunnel.
Brussels, Belgium
A little sculpture with a large wardrobe.
Brussels, Belgium
A shining memorial to a Belgian hero is said to bring luck to anyone who touches it.
Brussels, Belgium
Meet the bronze beloved pet to a family of famous peeing statues.
Cologne, Germany
Thousands of tourists and residents in Cologne affix "love padlocks" on the Hohenzollernbrücke Bridge to symbolize their affections.
Cologne, Germany
The bones of the Biblical Magi traveled to Constantinople and Milan before landing in their current home inside an elaborate golden reliquary in the Cologne Cathedral.
Jersey City, New Jersey
Hidden in plain sight on the Hudson River is an abandoned train station where nature has taken over.
Jersey City, New Jersey
Once considered a marvel of engineering, this 107-mile canal played an integral role in building New York City.
Pula, Croatia
One of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters is still used today, but for less brutal events.
Plitvička Jezera, Croatia
A chain of 16 wondrous lakes formed as a result of the gradual dissolution of soluble layers of bedrock.
Vatican City
Historic fortifications form the boundary of Vatican City, but it’s not entirely surrounded by walls.
Sasebo, Japan
Historical Japanese-Dutch relations are honored with haunted rides and flower fields in this replica town.
Manitou Springs, Colorado
Thanks to a quirk of elevation this gift shop produces magic doughnuts that are found nowhere else on Earth.
Chimayo, New Mexico
This popular pilgrimage site offers a hole filled with holy healing dirt.
Istanbul, Turkey
Ancient serpentine sacrifice holder that has stood the test of time.
Istanbul, Turkey
This remarkably well-preserved Egyptian plinth is pretty well traveled for a giant piece of stone.
Istanbul, Turkey
A marvel of Byzantine engineering under the streets of Istanbul.