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A fantastic reconstruction of a 10th-century Viking longhouse.

Discover the magic in the mundane in Iceland's Museum of Everyday Life.

The Icelandic Sea Monster Museum explores the area's history of aquatic cryptid sightings.

A trio of hidden hot tubs takes advantage of Iceland's natural geothermal vents.

Rising from the sea like a stone monster.

The oldest (maybe) swimming pool in Iceland is a stunning oasis built into the side of a lush hill.

Learn about Iceland's hidden folk at this school dedicated to the study of elves.

The largest whale museum in Europe allows visitors to walk among life-size giants.

This Viking-inspired miniature golf course features a pirate ship and views of Icelandic landscapes.

A charming tour of the umbrella, tin-can, and drinking-straw capital of the world.

Evidence of a long-ago crush remains scratched into the glass at this historic Maryland House.

First built around 1848, this bridge was destroyed by arson, but original timbers are included in the replacement.

The longest-covered bridge in the state of Maryland.

Washed out by the Johnstown Flood in 1889, the surviving portion of the original two-span bridge now resides at Fishing Creek.

This hidden treasure provides a charming access point along the south side of Baker Park.

A miniature representation of Canadian cities and landmarks in incredible—and sometimes hilarious—detail.

The third version of this tall sailing ship sits, rusted and burnt, in Lake Ontario.

A preserved factory in the "Home of the Carrousel" is now a museum dedicated to the classic wooden ride.

Legend says that this short Canadian tunnel still holds the dying screams of a girl who burned alive.

This Niagara Falls tourist trap is a world bright with neon and curiosities that will inspire love, hate, or a mixture of both.

A monument honoring those who died in the Great Famine of Ireland.

A monument to a Polish general who fought the American Revolution and became the "Father of the American Cavalry."

The only boathouse Frank Lloyd Wright ever designed was also the only unbuilt structure in his famous Wasmuth Portfolio, until 2007.

This vessel is believed to be the oldest operating fireboat in the world.