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Star garnets are so rare that you can only find them in two places on Earth—here, you can dig for them.

At Houston’s longest-running restaurant, find a classic oyster stew beloved by a former U.S. President.

This South-by-South-Asian restaurant serves up Indian-spiced Southern fried chicken and a Desi-style pastrami.

A beautiful geyser under environmental threat.

A collection of 16,000 antlers crammed beautifully into a small shed.

Cryptid lake monster honored with its own monument.

This 38-drawer structure claims the superlative title, but it isn't the world's only giant filing cabinet.

Stand at the center of this lakefront sundial, and you'll become part of the timepiece.

Nobody's quite sure who erected this monument marking the spot where a gray wolf was shot and killed.

The frozen bubbles that form on the icy surface of this Canadian lake contain enough methane to create a small explosion.

Alberta's Pipestone Creek Bonebed is one of the densest fossil sites in the world. This nearby museum showcases some of the best finds from its "river of death."

A swirling spectrum of stained glass dazzles visitors who enter this subway station.

Every year, the colorful murals of Montreal get a complete makeover.

A shrine to the royal lord of all cacti.

This indiscriminate collection of audio antiques is trying to preserve the history of the audio industry one vintage appliance at a time.

West African flavors shine at this unassuming strip mall spot in southwest Houston.

This unique sanctuary invites you to interact with the beautiful birds.

An inconspicuous footbridge beloved by San Diego locals.

The Giant Lemon of Lemon Grove.

Admire a Lilliputian replica of the fast food outlet.

This retro diner claims to be the birthplace of poutine.

A renegade art installation in a small Vancouver park is now officially sanctioned by the City Parks Department.

Locals transformed this Canadian evergreen into a secret hangout with spectacular views of Vancouver's skyline.

Surprisingly delicious Asian-style hot dogs.