Wellington, New Zealand
The Castle on Hawkin's Hill
A mysterious castle "in the clouds" has had many lives including a radar bunker, dog hotel, and conference center.
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Wellington, New Zealand
A mysterious castle "in the clouds" has had many lives including a radar bunker, dog hotel, and conference center.
Wellington, New Zealand
A winding staircase that appears to lead to nowhere is actually a diving platform into the Wellington Harbour.
Wellington, New Zealand
Quotes and poems etched on stone plaques are hidden along this waterfront walkway.
Wellington, New Zealand
Referred to as "the crappiest fountain ever," this sculpture has been splashing unknowing passersby since 1969.
Wellington, New Zealand
The world's first fully-fenced urban ecosanctuary is a haven for New Zealand's rare and endangered species.
Whanganui, New Zealand
A tower made from shell rock designed to commemorate fallen soldiers in World War I.
Whangamōmona, New Zealand
This remote highway took over 50 years to build.
Stratford, New Zealand
This mechanical clock performs "Romeo and Juliet" in a Shakespeare-themed New Zealand town.
Princetown, Australia
Nine limestone rock stacks on Australia's "Shipwreck Coast."
Bendigo, Australia
Direct access to a gold mine showing the boom and bust of Australia's Victorian gold rush.
Queenscliff, Australia
All that remains of the first colonial naval ship in Australia is located in a park in Queenscliff.
Queenscliff, Australia
This bell was once used to summon rescue crews when ships fell victim to the treacherous waterways.
Geelong, Australia
More than 100 colorful residents stand post in this seaside Australian city.
St Kilda, Australia
Home to the oldest operating roller coaster in the Southern Hemisphere.
Melbourne, Australia
A historic model village was gifted from residents of London to Melbourne as thanks for their help during World War II.
Melbourne, Australia
This 2008 memorial commemorates two leading Aboriginal Australian rights activists.
Melbourne, Australia
Every hour a secret compartment drops from this giant pocket watch, revealing a lovely surprise.
Spotswood, Australia
A youth-centric science center hides an industrial triumph.
Parkville, Australia
This unusual stone monument marks the starting point of the epic and tragic event.
Yarraville, Australia
The artwork celebrates Trugo, a odd yet beloved local sport played only around Melbourne.
Mount Macedon, Australia
A monument commemorating the lives lost when a plane crashed into Mount Macedon in 1948.
Mount Macedon, Australia
A tribute to the fallen of World War I now honors all who have lost their lives to war.
Melbourne, Australia
Equipped with thousands of LED lights, this geodesic dome-shaped stadium is an engineering delight.
Melbourne, Australia
This giant, granite purse is one of Melbourne's most unique and distinctive pieces of public art.