One of the oldest, tallest, and most haunted lighthouses in America.

This post-war motel embodies a little-known, Miami-born architectural style.

A historic landmark and museum filled with curious objects representing the history of Key West.

"We Seceded Where Others Failed."

It turns out that a hurricane-prone beach is probably not the best place to house wild animals.

Located within a historic park, the beacon is the oldest standing structure in Miami.

A tribute to Ponce de Leon's supposed quest for eternal youth.

The former home of the Nobel Prize-winning American writer is now home to dozens of six-toed cats.

The behemoth beasts engaged in an epic battle is the second-tallest statue in the contiguous United States.

The iconic statue was moved to a new spot overlooking the James river after several years as a mascot for the local baseball team.

This haunting monument honors the victims of 9/11.

The drawbridge used in the filming of the movie 'Annie' has been in the open position as it was in the movie for decades.

Once considered a marvel of engineering, this 107-mile canal played an integral role in building New York City.

In the power of this waterfall, Alexander Hamilton saw the potential for industry.

A perfect circle of 24 mysterious holes dates back to prehistoric times.

An abandoned water sports stadium that has become a haven for graffiti and decay.

A modest reminder of treacherous waters at the Golden Gate.

The key to turning shifting dunes into the green oasis of Golden Gate Park.

A man-made island in scenic San Francisco Bay.

This private residence was the template for one of the most beloved television homes of all time.

The last remaining relic of San Francisco's glittering 1915 Panama Pacific Exposition.

A winding path built in secret on the edge of the continent.

An artsy hidden staircase leads to breathtaking views of San Francisco.

This museum devoted to the gothic author holds such interesting ephemera as his socks and walking stick.