The quintessential Japanese rock garden has existed for more than 500 years.

1,001 carved statues of the Buddhist God of Mercy, each with a unique face.

Fine dining in the bizarre world of Lewis Carroll.

Not to be confused with the iconic New York City skyscraper, this Chicago building is a vibrant hub for artists.

The palatial McDonald's that inspired Wesley Willis.

A goddess-topped water fountain in Chicago was created thanks to the dreams of a thirsty newsboy.

The unluckiest U-boat in the entire German fleet is now on display in a Chicago museum.

The largest cemetery in Louisville is the final resting place of Col. Sanders and Muhammad Ali.

The grave of the iconic Kentucky Fried Chicken mascot features a bust of the man behind the goatee.

This replica of the Greek structure is in the heart of Nashville.

This folk art wall claims to be the world's one and only memorial to the bygone age of hippies.

You were once able to challenge a chicken to tic-tac-toe at this park, which is now converted into the Aikman Wildlife Adventure.

You thought Santa Claus didn't exist, but it turns out you were wrong.

Known as the "Cross At The Crossroads," this massive metal cross is just short enough to avoid the FAA.

Patrick Dougherty's fantastic living tree sculptures, mind-blowing but temporary.

This open air cathedral invites all faiths to worship under the only roof big enough to fit them all: the sky.

Part of a worldwide art project, this mysterious semicircle of concrete shapes holds the pieces of a larger story.

Symbolic attempt to overcome the issues of life.

River pirates, murderous bandits, and serial killers used this Illinois cave as their debauched hideout.

You have to love a museum with a truly dedicated focus. A focus on Superman, for example.

Elvis's own personal tropical hideaway.

A once-booming Mississippi River town with a history of racial violence is now eerie and mostly abandoned.

In the loving memory of a tragically deceased role-player this Illinois park is decked out with both dungeons and dragons.

This odd stone memorial remembers a loyal dog who offended the rail barons with his speed and saved his master with his pee.