Helen, Washington
Hanford Reach National Monument
The only undammed section of the Columbia River in the United States has been preserved, ironically, by its proximity to the Hanford Nuclear Reservation.
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Helen, Washington
The only undammed section of the Columbia River in the United States has been preserved, ironically, by its proximity to the Hanford Nuclear Reservation.
Port Jervis, New York
A pair of 19th-century granite markers symbolically record where the state boundaries of New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania intersect.
Memphis, Tennessee
The 10th-tallest pyramid in the world, this former sports arena is now home to a massive Bass Pro Shops store.
Atlantic City, New Jersey
Amazingly, this old machine within the Resorts Casino still functions.
Atlantic City, New Jersey
Once forgotten, this strip of sand was a rare beachside haven for Black Americans in Atlantic City.
Margate City, New Jersey
Step inside Lucy, the world's largest "elephant."
Morristown, New Jersey
A world-class collection of mechanical musical instruments and automata.
Hamilton Township, New Jersey
Step into Monet's world at this fine-dining restaurant in the middle of a New Jersey sculpture park.
Hamilton Township, New Jersey
A unique sculpture park that specializes in the huge and bizarre.
Helena, Montana
The old fire tower is one of the last of its kind in the United States.
Miami, Florida
This extensive display of bobbleheads is a tribute to one of the most unique pieces of sports memorabilia.
Schnecksville, Pennsylvania
An American industrialist hoped this nature preserve could help save the North American bison.
Corning, New York
Dedicated to the art and science of glass in equal measure, this space is as much laboratory as museum.
Elmira, New York
The little-known final resting place of one of America's greatest writers.
Toronto, Ontario
Known as "Toronto's Flatiron."
Colborne, Ontario
This giant roadside fruit is home to an array of apple-based treats.
Ottawa, Ontario
The mastermind behind this palatial hotel perished on the Titanic weeks before its grand opening.
Lansdowne, Ontario
This observation tower is a longstanding, 1960s landmark in the Thousand Islands region of Canada.
Toronto, Ontario
This whimsical fountain pays tribute to Toronto's four-legged friends.
Toronto, Ontario
A miniature representation of Canadian cities and landmarks in incredible—and sometimes hilarious—detail.
Niagara Falls, Ontario
This Niagara Falls tourist trap is a world bright with neon and curiosities that will inspire love, hate, or a mixture of both.
Buffalo, New York
This restored house is like a time capsule of the president's unconventional inauguration.
Buffalo, New York
The seat of Buffalo government is a gorgeous Art Deco palace.
Buffalo, New York
The absurd creation is a compulsory destination for selfies in Buffalo.