Munich, Germany
Orlando di Lasso Statue
This tribute to the 16th-century composer is now an unusual shrine to Michael Jackson.
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Munich, Germany
This tribute to the 16th-century composer is now an unusual shrine to Michael Jackson.
Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland
Visit Europe's largest subterranean waterfall, carved by water from the glaciers of the towering peaks surrounding the valley.
Oslo, Norway
This floating sculpture of ice is a poignant reminder of nature's power.
Aurland, Norway
Longest road tunnel in the world features an air treatment plant and the illusion of daylight.
Oslo, Norway
Housing the famous Norwegian ice-defying 19th century polar exploration ship.
Aurland, Norway
A thin pane of glass keeps visitors from sliding off this futuristic skywalk.
Oslo, Norway
Across the Pacific in a raft, a museum dedicated to Thor Heyerdahl's now legendary expedition.
Flåm, Norway
A Viking-style brewpub named for a Norse sea giant, in the heart of fjord country.
Bergen, Norway
A favorite with sightseers and locals alike, this Norwegian funicular provides easy access to a stunning view of Bergen and its environs.
Oslo, Norway
One man's exploration of the human form, including the bizarre and delightful "Man Attacked by Babies."
Doune, Scotland
The castle that provided the setting for much of 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail' is now a pilgrimage site for fans.
Glencoe, Scotland
A solemn memorial in a majestic setting that honors a 1692 tragedy.
Oban, Scotland
Looking strangely like Rome's Colosseum, this unfinished tower has dominated the skyline for over 100 years.
Edinburgh, Scotland
The 20th-century chapel’s intricate woodwork includes amazing details, most notably angels playing bagpipes.
Stirling, Scotland
Legend says this rock was once a chopping block for public executions.
Oxford, England
Once one of the largest rooms full of books in the world, this bookstore basement is still a treat for bibliophiles.
Madrid, Spain
One of Madrid's oldest trees, with a long and colorful history, resides in El Retiro Park.
Barcelona, Spain
This home designed for chocolate magnate Antoni Amatller is an exquisite treasure-box of Catalan Modernism.
Vancouver, British Columbia
This exaggerated sculpture resembles a well known feature of Vancouver:
Springfield, Virginia
This little brick tunnel built by Confederate forces was used to conduct surprise attacks on the railroad.
Sterling, Virginia
These unusual rooms on wheels are holdovers from the 1960s.
Great Falls, Virginia
The only surviving 19th-century water-powered mill found in the Washington, D.C. area.
Arlington, Virginia
This isn't your average roadway—it's actually a National Park and a transportation pioneer.
Arlington, Virginia
The romance of early commercial flight still fills this Art Deco destination.