Washington, D.C.
National Building Museum
Fittingly, America's museum of architecture is itself a magnificently designed old building.
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Washington, D.C.
The Old Patent Model Museum
During the Industrial Revolution this “Temple of Invention” was full of intricate miniature machines and gadgets.
Washington, D.C.
National Bonsai Museum
One of the dwarven trees dates back to 1625 and survived the Hiroshima bombing.
Washington, D.C.
The Exorcist Stairs
The site of the climactic scene from the classic horror film is now a historic landmark.
Washington, D.C.
National Capitol Columns
The Corinthian columns that towered over Abraham Lincoln’s inauguration stand proud.
Toronto, Ontario
Allan Gardens Conservatory
The Victorian-era greenhouse is stuffed with tropical plants, and open 365 days a year.
London, England
Brompton Cemetery
The sixth of London's "Magnificent Seven" cemeteries, and a source of unlikely inspiration to Beatrix Potter.
London, England
The Dove
A glorious pub known for a spiteful printing feud and its famous typeface lost—then found—at the bottom of the Thames.
London, England
Marc Bolan's Rock Shrine
A roadside shrine to a late rock god only remains thanks to the unyielding efforts of his fans.
London, England
Marianne North Gallery at Kew Gardens
A gallery specifically dedicated to the botanical illustrations of a remarkable traveling lady.
London, England
Sir Richard Burton's Tent-Tomb
Eclectic final resting place of the controversial explorer.
London, England
Strawberry Hill
In Twickenham sits a small whitewashed castle that inspired Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein.'
East Molesey, England
Hampton Court Maze
England's oldest surviving hedge maze has been confusing visitors for over 300 years.
