Places jasprerose Wants to Go

These gardens recreate unique and endangered Michigan habitats.

A historic hotel library in Indiana hides more than a few secrets on its shelves.

In the Shawnee National Forest, amazing rock formations peer through the treeline.

This grave marks the final resting place of pioneer John Chapman, better known as Johnny Appleseed.

Learn about the history and craftsmanship of carousels inside this museum located in a former post office.

World's largest Christmas store.

The writing studio of an American adventure author, built in the style of a medieval castle.

Hell on Earth is actually a small town in Michigan where anyone can be mayor for a day.

Everyone's invited to put on a miniature concert with this world-class musical wonder.

This sprawling bookstore spans four floors and has more than a million books in stock.

The collection of ceremonial and cultural objects spans many countries and hundreds of years.

Lovingly nick-named the "Brick Dick" this municipal tower was winner of the World's Most Phallic Building Contest.

The Old Courthouse takes visitors on a captivating trip through St. Louis' timeline.

A chessmaster's dream destination.

The first rural cemetery west of the Mississippi is home to the elaborate tombs of St. Louis' local beer barons.

Less a museum than a bizarre fantasy world created by artists and engineers.

A historic house in St. Louis was plagued by a series of suicides committed by family members involved in a successful brewery.

This mosaic-covered bar is brimming with curated curios.

The red brick house where the father of rock 'n' roll wrote some of his classic hits.

A creepy sculpture of a decapitated head invites viewers to see St. Louis through its empty eyes.

A huge enchanting public park just outside the ancient walls of Rome.

Ancient ruins hidden underneath a modern luxury hotel.

Roman-era ships unearthed...

This beautiful park on the outskirts of Rome protects the ruins of two colossal ancient aqueducts.