Lichfield, England
St. Chad’s Well
This small square basin behind a quiet church was once a popular medieval pilgrimage site.
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Lichfield, England
This small square basin behind a quiet church was once a popular medieval pilgrimage site.
Gillette, Wyoming
The rockpile was the founding landmark for the town of Gillette, and is now the home of the region's history.
Otaru, Japan
A gorgeous, nostalgic café housed in a lofty old warehouse, lit only by petroleum lamps.
Toxeiras, Spain
This "grandfather" eucalyptus is one of the tallest trees in Europe.
Toowong, Australia
A most unusual war memorial, erected by some most unusual people, made of concrete and stained glass, and apparently honouring five people and a dog.
Kensington, Kansas
See the home and the range on which "Home on the Range" was arranged.
La Fortuna, Costa Rica
The same water that fills a luxury resort’s pools feeds these free hot springs in the rainforest.
Pawleys Island, South Carolina
Not only is this nature preserve the largest protected freshwater island on the East Coast, but it’s also a stronghold of Gullah living.
Guatuso, Costa Rica
The translucent turquoise hue of these natural swimming pools comes from a high concentration of minerals.
Conway, South Carolina
A famous—but endangered—plant is on view at an unassuming nature preserve a quick drive from Myrtle Beach.
Lampeter, Wales
A magical woodland theatre in Wales reclaimed by nature.
Jenner, California
A striking eight-story-high obelisk perched on a coastal California cliff.
Grainau, Germany
A beautiful gorge filled with streams and waterfalls.
Vernon, Indiana
This former mill tunnel was blasted under the ridge to divert a portion of the Muscatatuck River.
Haridwar, India
The Hindu god Vishnu is said to have walked at this Hindu pilgrimage site.
Chicago, Illinois
A journey begins with a single step, and for many, the road-trip of a lifetime started at this Chicago intersection.
Malacca, Malaysia
This gorgeous Peranakan mansion’s family heritage includes a century-old baby gate, which was also used to keep out irresponsible husbands.
Meeteetse, Wyoming
This museum details the history of a local miracle: The return of the critically endangered black-footed ferret, which was once believed to be extinct.
Lorain, Ohio
A former Canadian automobile ferry mysteriously appeared in the Black River 20 years ago, and now it quietly rusts away.
Lake Delton, Wisconsin
This steep-walled ravine contains animal-shaped formations made from sandstone.
Caral, Peru
A 5,000-year-old city in Peru holds the remains of a stunning set of astronomically-aligned pyramids.
Houston, Texas
The largest underground pedestrian tunnel system in the U.S. mostly caters to the people working in the offices above, but provides a great, air-conditioned way to traverse the city.
Singapore
A replica of the lost rock cliff that was once significant in Singapore's maritime history.
Mniów, Poland
A small square populated with giant birchwood sculptures.