Places douglasjtimpe Wants to Go

This unique library spans a mighty river.

The first atheist monument on public land in the United States.

One man has carved a number of natural New Mexico caves into psychedelic sandstone temples.

An immersive environment that is part haunted house, part choose-your-own-adventure, and part jungle gym.

The Midwestern United States' tribute to Michelangelo is a foam statue sprayed with gaudy gold paint.

Semi-recognized center of the world, with many oddities.

An island filled with hundreds of hanging, decomposing, decapitated dolls.

This eccentrically decorated palace is replete with grottoes, fountains, tunnels, and caves.

A huge collection of rocks, gems, and crystals.

A deserted hodgepodge of experimental structures designed by nearby university students.

This statue commemorates the meeting of the most influential minds of the women’s rights movement.

The absurd creation is a compulsory destination for selfies in Buffalo.

The site of William McKinley's tragic assassination is only marked by an underwhelming boulder.

This rare archive of original recordings and photos uncovers the early days of hip hop culture.

This Austrian museum celebrates the work of famous forgers and their inimitable imitations.

Looking for a crappy restaurant? Pull up a porcelain bowl and enjoy your meal.

One man's dream has turned into this naturally growing chapel made of almost nothing but trees.

Tubing through a cave lit with glowworms is a magical underground experience.

Outdoor art exhibition made of classic Tetris pieces.

This letter written by Queen Elizabeth II in 1986 won't be opened until 2085.

An ancient engraving by the Cammeraygal people was uncovered in the transformation of a North Sydney industrial site.

The statue honors an adventurous seafaring cat.

The only parking meter in the entire town, it is surrounded by 100 free spaces.

These ancient sacred grounds granted amnesty to those who managed to reach them.