Hellissandur, Iceland
Murals of Hellissandur
Dozens of large, brightly-colored paintings adorn the walls of the "street art capital of Iceland."
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Hellissandur, Iceland
Dozens of large, brightly-colored paintings adorn the walls of the "street art capital of Iceland."
Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
This cabin from the 1850s is one of the first structures built by Chinese immigrants in California.
Iceland
This five-foot-tall bronze bird is a memorial to a species that was hunted out of existence.
Sacramento, California
A replica of the first public theater built in California.
Upper Hutt, New Zealand
You may recognize this beautiful grove within Kaitoke Regional Park as location of the house of Elrond.
East Molesey, England
In 2013, historians discovered a hidden room devoted to the art of making royals' hot chocolate.
East Molesey, England
Carved initials which are nearly 500 years old preserve the deposed Queen's presence at Hampton Court Palace.
York, England
This sculpture marks the spot where one of the greatest Roman rulers was proclaimed emperor.
Edinburgh, Scotland
A six-ton wedding present for the King of the Scots.
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Portraits of musicians line Oude Binnenweg, the jazziest street in the city.
Belfast, Northern Ireland
A palatial former bank building now houses what may be the poshest art venue (and former Tesco) in Belfast.
Plymouth, Massachusetts
Since 1947, this living history museum has been providing an immersive look at life in Plymouth Colony.
Washington, D.C.
Look closely and you’ll notice that the color changes a third of the way up the tower.
Washington, D.C.
A cavernous three-story, 43,800-square-foot basement that was forgotten about for 60 years.
Washington, D.C.
The most decorated dog of World War I is preserved in the Smithsonian.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
An Amsterdam street lined with antique shops each one dedicated to a different obscure collection.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Tucked in the back of a flower shop, its collection details the fascinating history of the Netherlands's iconic symbol.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
An ancient passage filled with stalls selling used books, once frequented by Vincent Van Gogh.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
This cheese shop also houses a museum devoted to Dutch dairy.
Solvang, California
California's oldest wind harp represents a historic piece of America's Danish history.
Solvang, California
Honoring the famed folktale author, this California museum looks like it belongs in the Black Forest.
Aspen, Colorado
Despite being one of the most photographed vistas in the Rockies these twin peaks are rightfully known as the "Deadly Bells."
Playas de Rosarito Municipality, Mexico
This seaside production studio was built to film 'Titanic' and has been the wet set of choice for other Hollywood productions since.
San Diego, California
Every weekend, people gather here for a brief chance to see their loved ones on the other side of the United States–Mexico border.