DeKalb, Illinois
The Egyptian Theatre
This architectural stunner is one of the few surviving Egyptian Revival theaters in the U.S.
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DeKalb, Illinois
This architectural stunner is one of the few surviving Egyptian Revival theaters in the U.S.
Union, Illinois
At the largest railway museum in the United States, you can see everything from an early steam engine to a functioning Thomas the Tank Engine.
Avoca, Iowa
Among the cornfields stands a giant spider crafted from an old Volkswagen.
Audubon, Iowa
The World's Largest Bull.
London, England
Over several decades, one of London’s most iconic city gates was dismantled, moved out of the city, and then moved back.
London, England
The 2,000-year-old beam is tucked within the pedestrian entrance to the old London Bridge.
London, England
This legendary stone is of unknown origin, and throughout history has been a literal touchstone for British leaders.
Washington, D.C.
Fittingly, America's museum of architecture is itself a magnificently designed old building.
Washington, D.C.
There's a 12-foot-tall replica of the Washington Monument hidden under a manhole nearby.
Washington, D.C.
Long-abandoned trolley tunnels just a mile away from the White House are turning into an art space.
Washington, D.C.
Franciscan monks created a facsimile of the Holy Land for North Americans who couldn’t afford the trip overseas.
Chicago, Illinois
The only Chicago bridgehouse open to the public contains a museum devoted to the Chicago River.
Chicago, Illinois
Four glass boxes hover over 1,000 feet in the air to give visitors an unparalleled view of Chicago.
London, England
A recreation of a sign that Charles Dickens used to see on his walk home.
London, England
A jumble of concrete on the corner of one of London’s terraced buildings is actually a work of art.
London, England
Originally meant to hold a statue of King William IV, this support sat empty for years. Today, it hosts a rotating cast of public artwork.
London, England
Look up from the busy streets to discover how time is kept!
London, England
This underpass became an unlikely piece of cinematic history after its appearance in 'A Clockwork Orange.'
London, England
A mysterious suspended hand greets unsuspecting visitors at the Tower of London.
London, England
A sculpture of a famous ape who was once a beloved household name in London.
London, England
The bones of two medieval royal lions were discovered at the historic fortress.
London, England
The medieval woodcut-style artwork chronicles life in medieval London.
London, England
This Underground station has been a popular filming location for decades, even before it closed.
London, England
This life-size monument honors the legacy of a famous literary feline.