New York, New York
C. O. Bigelow Apothecary
The oldest operating apothecary in the US has treated everyone from Thomas Edison to Mark Twain.
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New York, New York
The oldest operating apothecary in the US has treated everyone from Thomas Edison to Mark Twain.
New York, New York
This Russian bar-restaurant lies within a three-story underground bathhouse.
Brooklyn, New York
Before online banking and smartphone apps, there was "commuter banking" in the subway in Downtown Brooklyn.
Albany, New York
This giant monument of the RCA mascot is a beloved fixture in Albany, New York.
Rochester, New York
The remains of a failed subway in upstate New York is now an underground graffiti bunker.
Buffalo, New York
The absurd creation is a compulsory destination for selfies in Buffalo.
Galle, Sri Lanka
This fort dates back to 1588 and was colonized by the Portuguese, Dutch, and English and sits prominently on the Indian Ocean where azure water lap the coast.
Beruwala, Sri Lanka
This amazing mountain temple is topped by one of the tallest sitting Buddha statues in the world.
Kandy, Sri Lanka
This elaborate temple was built around one of the Buddha's teeth.
Sri Lanka
The ruins of this old church are slowing sinking into the sand.
Kandy, Sri Lanka
A Bohemian "anti-hotel" offers off-kilter stays in Sri Lanka.
Nanuoya, Sri Lanka
Known as the most scenic route in Sri Lanka, this train line is steeped in history and offers an unparalleled view of the country.
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Pettah's beautiful floating market was once a stinky canal in a sketchy industrial area.
Colombo, Sri Lanka
This mesmerizing architectural wonder will take your breath away with its unusual color patterns.
Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
An ancient stone fortress considered by many to be the eighth wonder of the world.
Udawalawa, Sri Lanka
Huge herds of Asian elephants can be seen walking, bathing, and just chilling at this Sri Lankan park.
Toronto, Ontario
A space-age 1950s pavilion on a secluded path is full of Toronto history surprises.
Toronto, Ontario
Canada's largest dinosaur skeleton was hidden away in storage for more than 40 years.
Toronto, Ontario
Along with his smaller donkey pal, he guards the museum’s exhibits and memorabilia.
Toronto, Ontario
The giant birds honor two native North American species.
Toronto, Ontario
In the back of a bustling factory lurks a quiet museum honoring the history of Canadian sugar manufacturing.
Toronto, Ontario
A former Canadian Pacific Railway station turned liquor store, the first and only station in Canada visited by British royalty.
Toronto, Ontario
An abandoned 1970s theme park that has been turned into a space for waterfront walking.
Toronto, Ontario
This knick-knack-covered house (complete with a matching van) is a charming oddity in the middle of a modest downtown neighborhood.