Ware, England
Scott's Grotto
Fantastically decorated underground chambers built in the 1760s.
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Ware, England
Fantastically decorated underground chambers built in the 1760s.
Ongar, England
This historic franken-chapel is the oldest wooden church in the world, at least part of it.
Essex, England
The history of this famed tree ranges from an 18th-century highway robber, to the Scout Association.
Hitchin, England
This crumbling 14th century chapel became so unstable the roofing apparently collapsed during a wedding ceremony, narrowly missing the curate's head.
East Somerton, England
A witch wreaks ruinous revenge on this ancient church with her "enchanted leg."
Coleford, England
The mysterious, fantastical woodland inspiration for "The Lord of the Rings."
Cortez, Florida
An eclectic treasure trove of maritime marvels.
Titusville, Florida
A swamp that was the site of prehistoric water burials also managed to preserve its corpses for millennia.
Guánica, Puerto Rico
Invading U.S. troops were first seen from this now-abandoned tower, leading to the Spanish-American War.
Statesville, North Carolina
North Carolina's only restored fort from the French and Indian War.
San Simon, Arizona
A stone pillar commemorates the surrender of the extraordinary Apache leader.
Henshaw, England
Also known as “Robin Hood’s tree,” it became a famed location along Hadrian's Wall before it was cut down.
Machrie, Scotland
More stones than Stonehenge, all scattered within a windswept landscape sure to enchant 'Outlander' fans.
Saddell, Scotland
The carved medieval stones stand near the ruined abbey's parking lot.
Gourock, Scotland
An urban megalith steeped in local lore.
Dunoon, Scotland
This ethereal, rainforest-like gorge is home to waterfalls, quaint bridges, and fairy folk.
Doagh, Northern Ireland
This mysterious Bronze Age standing stone has become a place where couples profess their love.
Oxford, England
The names Lúthien and Beren can be found inscribed on the shared grave of the famous writer and his beloved wife and muse.
Thann, France
The remains of this castle, known as the Witch’s Eye, watch over the Thur Valley.
Ballygalley, Northern Ireland
Hidden in Carnfunnock Country Park is a lasting testament to the Normans who once settled in the region.
Soja, Japan
A rare example of an ancient Japanese hill castle believed to be the fortress of a legendary demon.
Brooklyn, New York
The inventor of the Coney Island hot dog rests in a grand mausoleum in Brooklyn.
Cori, Italy
The ruins of this Roman temple dominate the small city in southern Lazio.
Yavapai County, Arizona
Ninety feet off the valley floor is an ancient dwelling put under protection of the U.S. government by Teddy Roosevelt.