An enigmatic monument to the Irish revolutionary who plotted an uprising against British rule.

This supermarket offers shoppers a window into the past alongside their groceries.

Some of the saint's blood and bones are said to reside in Dublin.

A statue in the center of Dublin dedicated to one of their favorite sons of rock & roll.

A mysterious plaque to the even more mysterious "Fr. Pat Noise," killed in "suspicious circumstances."

The modern birthplace of Irish freedom.

Dozens of houses in the Adirondack Mountains are reminders of a literal "cottage industry" to cure people of a deadly disease.

The first piece of public art dedicated to LGBT rights.

An aptly-named street near the birthplace of the modern LGBT rights movement.

This red-eyed chrome beast pays homage to the popular modern myth of West Virginia's insectoid monster.

A small storefront museum explores the history and myth of West Virginia's famous urban legend.

Where three rails and three centuries of transportation meet.

Historic fortifications form the boundary of Vatican City, but it’s not entirely surrounded by walls.

The three biggest silent film stars once shot iconic scenes here.

This bank is widely believed to be the inspiration for the offices of Philip Marlowe, the hardboiled detective featured in a number of Raymond Chandler's stories.

A common entry point to the Griffith Observatory trail holds its own wonders.

This nondescript tunnel has been featured in a number of iconic movies, from “Roger Rabbit” to “Back to the Future.”

L.A.'s oldest operating bowling alley is a beautifully restored homage to its speakeasy days.

Thomas Jefferson's estate is home to hundreds of varieties of historic fruits and vegetables.

An abandoned textile mill that is now home to art and concerts.

This park celebrates a sister city relationship that survived the Cold War.

A large AIDS Memorial Pathway art installation provides a moment for quiet contemplation in this public park.

A colorful architectural gem in Seattle’s uniquely modern Central Library.

What's that on the side of that building? Va Va Voom, it's Bettie!