The ruins of this medieval castle now stand as a monument against all wars.

A monument to the art of slicing people open.

This whimsical Oz-themed park had a wonderful impact on the surrounding neighborhood.

Designed by Alfred Caldwel, this landscape showcases his vision of a native garden.

Partially submerged Buddha heads freckle Chicago’s neighborhoods.

A hot dog stand where the heads are just as hot as the dogs.

Kwanu'sila the Thunderbird has been silently watching over Chicago for more than 100 years (kind of).

An antiquated German apothecary on Chicago's North Side.

You can take a class, browse the library, or visit the lavish lair of an international men's humor society.

An enormous park-like oasis, full of famous Chicagoans’ graves.

A century-old hotspot for jazz, frequented by everyone from Charlie Chaplin to Al Capone.

Chicago's largest cemetery is full of beautiful Victorian monuments and more than a few ghost stories.

Shop of curiosities with a dinosaur museum tucked in its basement.