Strange rumors surround the artist who created these solemn metal guard dogs.

A whimsical bridge adorned with decorative dragons.

Two stone columns flank the grand Venice square, but there were supposed to be three.

According to tradition this is the oldest church in Venice, but its actual age is a mystery.

A new sculpture calls attention to climate change in the centuries-old city it threatens.

In the past, Renaissance sex workers were encouraged to entice customers on this bridge.

Rome’s legendary peephole vista is also a former Crusader stronghold.

This small, ancient Roman temple was once a church dedicated to the patron saint of penitents.

Jesus' footprints and the first catacombs in the world.

Less a museum than a bizarre fantasy world created by artists and engineers.

With over 5,000 champions, the Hall of Fame continues to draw amateur eaters.

Wading through a small lagoon reveals a secret, wild stretch of pristine beach.

Electrical pylon in the shape of Disney's beloved mouse.

Dolphins, ancient clams and hundreds of waterfalls make this one of the world's top tourist destinations.

High winds can make this one scary landing.

Inside this faux cave, visitors can learn how some of their favorite fantasy characters were created.

The world's only complete colossal squid specimen is on display at the Te Papa Museum.

The 16-foot sculpture of a hand looks out from his perch on top of an art gallery.

New Zealand's only running funicular railway.

The "punniest place on Earth” has nearly as many bull-themed puns as it does people.

A New Zealand communications tower stands as the tallest structure in the Southern Hemisphere.

The platform atop this verdant volcano was built with the help of a royal elephant.

Taihape's claim to fame is a fictional Kiwi farmer wearing gumboots.

The "Rocky Horror Picture Show" character has a hidden camera that broadcasts people doing the "Time Warp."