Columbus, Ohio
Garden of Constants
This whimsical campus lawn is dotted with large sculpted numbers and hidden mathematical formulas.
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Columbus, Ohio
This whimsical campus lawn is dotted with large sculpted numbers and hidden mathematical formulas.
Columbus, Ohio
A single handprint, which, according to Ohio State University legend, cannot be scrubbed off.
Indianapolis, Indiana
At the top of the hour, this steam-powered clock's eight brass whistles play "Back Home Again in Indiana."
Indianapolis, Indiana
A monument to the King's final show, complete with a time capsule.
Indianapolis, Indiana
This stately clubhouse has showcased German-American culture for over a century.
Indianapolis, Indiana
The body of one of the world's most famous outlaws is covered in cement and iron to prevent it from being stolen.
Indianapolis, Indiana
A 30-year-old Sycamore tree grown from a seed taken to the moon and back.
Indianapolis, Indiana
Once adorning a New York skyscraper, these reclaimed ruins now haunt an Indiana park.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
A giant, Gilded Age mansion that once belonged to the beer baron of Milwaukee.
Liverpool, England
What do we know about the real woman behind one of the Beatles' most famous songs?
Liverpool, England
The Liverpool street made famous by the Beatles is real.
Liverpool, England
The quiet field that inspired one of the most famous songs of all time.
London, England
This one has sailed five times as far as Sir Francis Drake's famous ship.
London, England
Tucked away in the Tower of London is the weapon once used to execute high-profile prisoners.
London, England
Six ravens are kept captive (but well-fed) at the Tower of London to prevent the fall of the Crown.
London, England
After nearly 60 years, there's still a bear at Paddington Station looking for help.
London, England
A charming 17th-century alley is lined with secondhand bookstores and antiquarian shops.
London, England
Kings Cross Station pays tribute to its role in Britain's best-selling book series.
London, England
This ornate Victorian marketplace was the setting for Diagon Alley and the Leaky Cauldron in the first ‘Harry Potter’ film.
Detroit, Michigan
The concrete shell of an industry giant remains as a playground for graffiti artists, auto scrappers, and paintball warriors.
Detroit, Michigan
Advice-columnist's bell tower, paid for with pennies.
Detroit, Michigan
Controversial tribute to the heavyweight champion boxer who grew up in Detroit.
Detroit, Michigan
Detroit’s downtown castle is one of the oldest structures in the city.
Detroit, Michigan
To truly appreciate Detroit's landmark skyscraper, you have to step inside.