Lafayette, Colorado
Vampire Grave of Lafayette
According to local legend, a tree grew from the stake that killed this alleged vampire. In reality, he probably died from influenza.
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Lafayette, Colorado
According to local legend, a tree grew from the stake that killed this alleged vampire. In reality, he probably died from influenza.
Arvada, Colorado
A stark reminder of the huge nuclear weapons plant that once stood on the site and its effect on the surrounding area.
Bailey, Colorado
This hot dog-shaped diner has moved all around Colorado, but has never been to New York.
Manitou Springs, Colorado
There are eight natural springs around town, each with a slightly different taste.
Morrison, Colorado
Travel through the wholesome amusements of yesteryear at this charming miniature village.
Manitou Springs, Colorado
While most of the games in this arcade take quarters, that would have been a small fortune when they were made.
Boulder, Colorado
This tea house was a hand-built gift from Boulder's sister city in Tajikstan.
Manitou Springs, Colorado
This super steep hike ascends 2,000 feet in less than a mile.
Keenesburg, Colorado
The world's largest carnivore sanctuary is home to over 450 meat-eating rescues.
Alamosa, Colorado
When ecosystems collide in the arid Southwest.
CaƱon City, Colorado
The highest bridge in America was built for an almost unnervingly small amount of money.
Rye, Colorado
The largest self-built castle in the U.S., six decades in the making.
Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado
The ancient dwellings of the Puebloans, located in the cliffs of majestic mesas.
Estes Park, Colorado
Paranormal experiences in this hotel's room 217 led Stephen King to write "The Shining."
Calhan, Colorado
Wondrous sandstone hoodoos where Native Americans collected clay for pottery, 9,000 years ago.
Fort Collins, Colorado
This "zoo" is a cross between a junkyard and a sculpture garden, featuring animals you won't see anywhere else.
Sandia Park, New Mexico
"I did this all while you were watching TV."
Central City, Colorado
This underfoot portrait is the work of a disgruntled painter inspired by a tragic poem.
WaKeeney, Kansas
The holiday spirit lingers year-round in the "Christmas City of the High Plains."
Lucas, Kansas
A Kansas grassroots sculptor decorates the local roadways with his sculptures made from found objects.
Wichita, Kansas
A mysterious and terrifying public art goblin seemingly meant to inspire local legend.
Lucas, Kansas
Self-built house and sculpture park where the creator can still be seen in a glass coffin.
Lucas, Kansas
This artsy public restroom is shaped like a giant john.
Lindsborg, Kansas
A unique blue and yellow phone booth in America's "Little Sweden."