Solvang, California
Solvang Wind Harp
California's oldest wind harp represents a historic piece of America's Danish history.
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Solvang, California
California's oldest wind harp represents a historic piece of America's Danish history.
Ventura, California
Rusty industrial city full of oxidized distillation towers.
Los Angeles, California
Hollywood's most famous landmark, the "temporary" sign that has stood for decades longer than intended.
Los Angeles, California
The final resting place of a space program monolith, soon to be unveiled again to the public.
Los Angeles, California
This quirky UFO-shaped curiosity is often mistaken for the airport’s control tower.
Long Beach, California
The awe-inspiring ship from the golden era of cruising has an incomparable history and a reputation as one of the world’s most haunted places.
San Diego, California
L. Frank Baum wrote part of the "Wizard of Oz" series in this wooden Victorian beach resort.
San Juan, Puerto Rico
This colorful gate stands as an entrance to the walled city of Old San Juan.
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Everyone from Alan Ginsberg to The Rolling Stones has stopped by this classic dive bar.
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Legend tells how a Spanish soldier disappeared from this isolated sentry box without a trace.
San Juan, Puerto Rico
This bleach-white graveyard overlooking the ocean is accessed through a tunnel.
Charlestown, Rhode Island
250-year-old farm now features sculptures, a petting zoo and a hippy-bazaar.
Charlestown, Rhode Island
Tucked away in the forest, these giant wooden trolls delight visitors in Charlestown, Rhode Island.
Providence, Rhode Island
Ironically this massive termite is the mascot for a company that is acclaimed for killing his kind.
Newport, Rhode Island
An unexpected Easter egg lurks in the background of a cherub wall relief at the Breakers mansion.
Providence, Rhode Island
A work of art that pays homage to a Victorian timepiece in Providence.
Providence, Rhode Island
Rumors of the occult haunt this upscale 1920s hotel.
Palm Springs, California
The so-called "Bridge of Thighs" in Palm Springs allows nudists to discreetly cross the road.
Port de Sóller, Spain
Heritage tramway linking a Mallorcan town to its port.
Palma, Spain
A contemporary art installation housed within a Gothic cathedral.
Palma, Spain
This historic electric train has operated with regularity since the early 1900s.
Waipu, New Zealand
A galaxy of glowworms—larvae of a gnat—hides deep in the belly of these caves.
Wellington, New Zealand
Quotes and poems etched on stone plaques are hidden along this waterfront walkway.
Matamata, New Zealand
This sheep farm has been forever transformed since being built for “The Hobbit” film series.