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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Mount Moriah Cemetery
An abandoned cemetery lies in ruins as the surrounding forest swallows it whole.
39.9311, -75.2358
Seattle, Washington
Hammering Man
This working class sculpture pounds his hammer all the livelong day.
47.6070, -122.3381
Malibu, California
The Paul Williams-designed Roberts' House
A bomb shelter and some fireplaces are all that remain of the house Fred Roberts tried so hard to keep standing.
34.0497, -118.7535
Malibu, California
Keller House
The stone walls of a home built to withstand a California wildfire still stand after more than a century.
34.0429, -118.7533
Seattle, Washington
Amazon Spheres
The tech giant built three enormous glass orbs in Seattle so employees could work inside a rainforest greenhouse.
47.6161, -122.3399
Seattle, Washington
Seattle Underground
A walk through the historic city center, under the streets of Seattle.
47.6015, -122.3343
Seattle, Washington
Museum of Pop Culture
A museum dedicated to the history and exploration of both popular music and science fiction.
47.6216, -122.3481
Dublin, Ireland
The Long Room Library at Trinity College
The gorgeous library at Trinity College is home to remarkable treasures of Irish identity.
53.3440, -6.2567
Edinburgh, Scotland
New Calton Cemetery Watchtower
Overlooking the burial ground is a tower designed to prevent thieves from snatching the recently deceased.
55.9535, -3.1769
Edinburgh, Scotland
St Giles' Cathedral Thistle Chapel
The 20th-century chapel’s intricate woodwork includes amazing details, most notably angels playing bagpipes.
55.9494, -3.1904
Edinburgh, Scotland
Altered Traffic Signs
An artist's whimsical transformation of everyday objects.
55.9545, -3.1923
Edinburgh, Scotland
David Hume's Statue
Touching this 18th-century Scottish philosopher’s toe allegedly conjures good fortune.
55.9496, -3.1924
Edinburgh, Scotland
Greyfriars Bobby
The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?
55.9471, -3.1928
Edinburgh, Scotland
Wojtek the Soldier Bear Memorial
A statue in the heart of Edinburgh honors a bear that served in the Polish military during World War II.
55.9508, -3.2021
Edinburgh, Scotland
'Callum'
This painting of a beloved dog will be on display at the Scottish National Gallery at long as the museum exists.
55.9508, -3.1957
Edinburgh, Scotland
Old Calton Cemetery
A 18th century graveyard and its astonishing cortege of macabre iconography.
55.9537, -3.1859
Edinburgh, Scotland
Mons Meg
A six-ton wedding present for the King of the Scots.
55.9489, -3.2002
Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh Castle Dog Cemetery
The final resting place of soldiers' loyal canine companions.
55.9490, -3.2000
Edinburgh, Scotland
William Wallace and Robert the Bruce Statues
Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.
55.9485, -3.1987
Valencia, Spain
El Carme Street Art
Vibrant street art created with mixed media.
39.4745, -0.3710
Valencia, Spain
Holy Chalice of Valencia
Of the many chalices in the running for the Holy Grail, this one in Valencia Cathedral sure looks the part.
39.4756, -0.3752
Valencia, Spain
La Estrecha House
With a facade that measures just 107 centimeters, this five-story building is one of the skinniest in Europe.
39.4741, -0.3768
Valencia, Spain
L'Iber Museo de Los Soldaditos de Plomo
From grand battles to daily life, this Spanish museum offers a view of world history in miniature.
39.4768, -0.3782
Valencia, Spain
Central Market of Valencia
This amazing example of Valencian Art Nouveau looks more like a cathedral than a public market.
39.4736, -0.3790
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