London, England
The Duke of Wellington’s Mounting Stone
Outside of one of Britain's most renowned social clubs, a step installed specifically for the Duke.
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London, England
Outside of one of Britain's most renowned social clubs, a step installed specifically for the Duke.
London, England
The Tudor-style cottage in the middle of the square is not quite what it seems.
London, England
London's last remaining public soapbox site has seen speeches from Karl Marx, Vladmir Lenin, and George Orwell.
Sappington, Missouri
Giant works of art interspersed throughout meadows and woodlands offer a new discovery at every turn.
Brussels, Belgium
A little sculpture with a large wardrobe.
Quinault, Washington
Standing 191 feet tall and measuring more than 55 feet in circumference, this is the world's tallest spruce tree.
Springfield, Illinois
When you visit his grave, be sure to rub the Great Emancipator's nose for good luck.
Springfield, Illinois
One of the largest carillons in the world, this giant instrument has 67 cast-iron bells played by a keyboard.
Alto Pass, Illinois
Even with its slightly risible name this colossal cross is still able to inspire awe.
Wolf Lake, Illinois
Twice a year, this road is closed off to allow for the migration of thousands of snakes, reptiles and amphibians between cliffs and a swamp.
Cairo, Illinois
A once-booming Mississippi River town with a history of racial violence is now eerie and mostly abandoned.
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
This 1854 courthouse along the Mississippi River has a storied history.
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
This former Union fort commands a fine view of downtown Cape Girardeau and the Mississippi River.
University City, Missouri
A commemoration of over 150 of St. Louis's favorite sons and daughters.
Iron Township, Missouri
Giant granite rocks standing end-to-end like a train of circus elephants.
Ste. Genevieve, Missouri
A subterranean haunt where wine and homemade biscottis are always on the menu.
Chester, Illinois
The hometown of Popeye's creator is littered with a growing collection of granite cartoon characters.
Creve Coeur, Missouri
Famous church recognized for both its unique design and disciplined monks that live according to the Benedictine discipline.
St. Louis, Missouri
The Magic House provides a beautiful and creative environment for curious youngsters to get their knowledge on.
Collinsville, Illinois
Quirky water tower advertises the long-gone Brooks Tomato Products Co.
St. Louis, Missouri
This titanic oil company sign is a reminder of the Americana boom of the 1970s and also its commoditization.
St. Louis, Missouri
This is not your typical jungle gym.
St. Louis, Missouri
What was meant to be a temporary exhibit is now a permanent fixture at the St. Louis Zoo filled with beautiful birds.
St. Louis, Missouri
This mausoleum is the final resting place of one of St. Louis's richest and most tragic families.