Silver in the hills led to the speedy creation of this boom town and a lack of it saw the town abandoned nearly as quickly.

A mass grave for victims of an airline disaster that led to much-needed safety improvements for commercial flights.

One of the oldest Mexican restaurants in the United States air-dries its trademark beef in a dangling outdoor cage.

A statue commemorating a Polish dog who took his role as man's best friend very seriously.

In the center of Wrocław's old meat market stands a somber tribute to the city's livestock.

An exquisite panometer representing Dresden as it was from 1695 to 1760.

Everything from miniature biblical scenes to life-sized statues are almond-based at this sweet and nutty gallery.

The massive white mound and accompanying water terraces are a striking geological oddity.

A two-way chairlift system between Zugliget and the highest point in the city.

These unique sculptures form a musical ensemble of recycled metal.

A Roman monument to their own civil engineering prowess.

For over 40 years, this quaint little house has teetered on a rock in the middle of a river.

This historic hotel preserves many treasures from its heyday hosting passengers on the Orient Express.

A fountain standing as a testament to a doomed alliance.

Home to the deepest rift anywhere on Earth.

These azure waters were thought to lead to the Mayan Underworld.

Resting place of the Texas A&M canine mascots, who watch the game from the grave with their own miniature scoreboard.

This house proudly displays an interactive and continuously changing exhibit of lawn flamingos.

This Texas windmill field celebrates the power and majesty of the very winds that blow.

San Antonio's first 3-D stereoscopic mural is a trippy treat for the eyes.

Two small markers remember the Alamo's feline protectors.

This memorial marks the devastating day that Texas City was destroyed in a daisy chain of exploding ships.

Once in disrepair, this popular Texas stop along iconic Route 66 has been restored to its past glory.

This simple, broken column marks the final resting place of one of America's most famous explorers.