Originally conceived as part of a proposed Arizona State Capitol building in the 1950s, this structure built in 2004 stands as a monument to the architect's legacy.

The highest point in Arizona is an oddly snow-topped peak within the otherwise arid state.

Legend has it the commander of the defenders drew a fateful line in the dirt with his sword just before the final battle.

Home to the largest urban bat colony in North America, estimated at 1.5 million bats.

A 131-year-old wunderkammer of Texas history.

One part antique store, one part curiosities hodge-podge.

This unique structure in suburban Austin is made up entirely of other people's castaways, and constantly changing.

This simple frog painting created by musician Daniel Johnston embodies the spirit of Austin.

Locals dubbed it the "Owl Building" because of its bird-like appearance.

A store full of vintage and indie toys designed to bring out the kid in even the crustiest of adults.

In Tucson a giant metal snake helps pedestrians cross a busy highway.

The first Protestant church in Arizona and only Gothic Revival style adobe church in the world.

An old saloon in the West filled with history, and according to some, a few dozen ghosts.

Founded by members of the Tohono O’odham Nation, this one-room joint's James Beard–winning fry bread is light as a cloud.

This Czar-funded, onion-domed, lavishly muraled Orthodox Church played a starring role in "The Deer Hunter."

"Where the ducks walk on fish."

This spectacular public market has got meat, fish, vegetables, baked goods, and enough kielbasa for a lifetime.

Funded by John D. Rockefeller, this is one of the earliest, and most beautiful, shopping arcades in America.

This restaurant proudly displays bread signed by the 39th president.

A bronze of the man in all his sinewy glory celebrates his longtime connection to the Ohio city.

Prison made famous by The Shawshank Redemption has been out of commission since 1990.

An American flag was erected for every day that passed during the Iranian Hostage Crisis.

Cleveland's giant "free" stamp is a nod to the Civil War, but was misinterpreted for years.

Marvel at this turn-of-the-century masterpiece that has been turned into a rather stately supermarket.