Edinburgh's oldest statue hides within a parking lot behind the city's iconic cathedral.

The 20th-century chapel’s intricate woodwork includes amazing details, most notably angels playing bagpipes.

The Scottish Reformation leader's grave was paved over and is now a parking lot.

A book bound in the skin of an infamous criminal, along with countless other specimens.

The tomb of one of Scotland's bloody historic villains is a magnet for bumbling desecrators.

Protecting the dead from opportunistic body snatchers.

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?

Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.

A six-ton wedding present for the King of the Scots.

The final resting place of soldiers' loyal canine companions.

Ruined 11th century abbey built by King David I in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Now home to a drinking establishment, this building has a macabre history.

This 17th-century street hidden beneath Edinburgh was once a breeding ground for the black death.

Come for the oysters, stay for the priceless art honoring inventors across history and Scotland's favorite outdoor sports.

Hauled from the water's depths, Henry VIII's flagship is preserved in this capsule-shaped museum.

Discovered on a shipwreck after more than 400 years, this Renaissance ratter tells a very waggly tale.

This striking observation tower shaped like a spinnaker sail is the newest icon in historic Portsmouth.

This colossal war machine is now a living museum dedicated to underwater warfare.

Cliffs full of fossils at the portal to England's Jurassic Coast.

A local museum honors the overlooked discoveries of Mary Anning, one of the first professional fossil hunters.

The site of a mysterious pony massacre is rich with extraterrestrial conspiracy theories.

This tangled English forest looks like something right out of a fairytale.

The oldest standing concrete bridge in England was also constructed as a work of art.

This Roman quarry once held secret masses and smuggler's contraband and is now home to rare species of bats.