Despite its name this unique art piece was established to commemorate a tragic flood.

This lovely, if imposing, piece of Canadian gothic is possibly the most photographed hotel in the world.

This historic cemetery stopped accepting bodies before many Canadian cities were founded.

One of Canada's tiniest museums tackles the world's largest turtle.

This mosaic commemorates the oldest subway tunnel and station in the United States.

The oldest still-operating tavern in the United States was once owned by a pirate.

This monument is dedicated to Balto, the heroic Alaskan sled dog.

This landmark honoring a local beer brand is an iconic part of the Minneapolis skyline.

This small, but beautiful waterfall has attracted visits from artists, composers, and two United States presidents.

A tribute to Charles M. Schulz, who created the iconic cartoon that features Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and more.

Life-size statues of characters from 'The Wizard of Oz' stand at the one of the early screening sites for the 1939 movie.

Once the tallest building in the world, this abandoned church is now a monument to the destruction of WWII.

Hamburgers are intensely proud of their tunnel beneath the river.

Four whimsical figures make for an unexpected sight along an urban commuter route.

This Swedish astronomical clock was in storage for almost a century before its glorious workings were put on display once more.

A modern, secular take on a traditional Virgin Mary motif.

This chimerical bridge/tunnel appears to dead end right into the sea.

This floating sculpture of ice is a poignant reminder of nature's power.

The design of this beautifully crafted building was inspired by Norwegian glaciers.

A half-mile-long stretch of medieval forts built after a devastating pirate attack persists amid the modern port city.

Catacombs turned marketplace.

This ornate Victorian marketplace was the setting for Diagon Alley and the Leaky Cauldron in the first ‘Harry Potter’ film.

One of the few remaining casualties of the London Blitz, this destroyed church has become an enchanting public garden.

This early version of the guillotine was used to execute the man responsible for its construction.