Kouvola, Finland
Arboretum Mustila
Sculptures of dinosaurs, trolls, and other beasts carved with chainsaws guard Finland's largest arboretum.
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Kouvola, Finland
Sculptures of dinosaurs, trolls, and other beasts carved with chainsaws guard Finland's largest arboretum.
Isle of Islay, Scotland
It's believed a castle existed at this site since the 12th century.
Edinburgh, Scotland
A stone-filled garden in the heart of Edinburgh commemorates the father of modern geology.
Ceres, Scotland
A well-traveled statuette of a much-beloved village icon.
Glasgow, Scotland
This waterfall is one of the most spectacular natural features in the Scottish Lowlands.
Isle of Skye, Scotland
Though difficult to access, this stunning cave has a place in Scotland's poetic history.
Port Logan, Scotland
The oldest natural aquarium in the United Kingdom.
Blagaj, Bosnia and Herzegovina
This picturesque monastery at the base of a cliff is a peaceful oasis open to all visitors.
Longniddry, Scotland
Visible at low tide, this rusting vessel is one of the last surviving examples of the X-Class "Midget" submarines.
Stirling, Scotland
A distinctive building that incorporates a mythical beast into its architecture.
Hoy, Scotland
Legends surrounding this megalithic tomb range from giants to a dwarf named Trollid.
Kanab, Utah
This ancient cave is home to a museum, bar, and is filled with fluorescent minerals.
Hermitage, Scotland
This castle resides in a valley known for immense bloodshed during the Middle Ages.
Hellvik, Norway
The largest cave in Northern Europe.
Leppävirta, Finland
Hidden deep in a forest is this geological wonder carved by glaciers.
Chichibu, Japan
This quirky little private museum is home to more than a thousand stones, carved by nature, that resemble human faces.
Utah
The unusual patterns in this rock formation result from two distinct modes of weathering.
Šiatorská Bukovinka, Slovakia
Inside the Šomoška National Nature Reserve exists a unique rock formation rarely seen in the world.
Edinburgh, Scotland
The taxidermy remains of the first mammal ever cloned from an adult cell are on display in Edinburgh.
Dumbarton, Scotland
This volcanic plug boasts the longest recorded history of any Scottish stronghold.
Edinburgh, Scotland
A poetic monument to the Scottish Parliament.
Qaqortoq, Greenland
In a country where driving from one town to another is literally impossible, this small stretch of gravel is a remarkable feat.
Strathcarron, Scotland
This single-track road rewards brave drivers with stunning Scottish scenery.
Keoldale, Scotland
The farthest northwesterly point of the British mainland is one of the most remote places in the Scottish Highlands.