This whimsical seashell-shaped place of worship was designed to blend into its surroundings.

This rock formation named for its unique shape is one of many that call the Alabama Hills home.

Massive prehistoric mammals used these stones as oversized scratching posts.

The southernmost outpost of the Russian Empire in colonial America.

This stretch of beach along California's central coast is a busy highway for the largest seal in the northern hemisphere.

This temple, built by an eccentric religious leader before his death, sits guarded and in ruins.

This quirky UFO-shaped curiosity is often mistaken for the airport’s control tower.

One of the largest free-standing structures ever built, this dirigible hangar is now simply a giant skeleton.

These four islands right offshore have waterfalls, colorful lights, fancy buildings, and a secret purpose.

A large sculptural artwork and garden in Escondido, California.

Version of the French Riviera destroyed by the sea.

Legendary frontman of the Doors looms in this giant mural by famed Venice muralist, Rip Cronk.

An historic and oft-filmed spot for musclebound iron pumpers on the Pacific coast.

Forgotten and then destroyed by fire, this was once one of the largest saltwater swimming pools in the world.

340 bicycles, 65 feet high.

Once close to extinction, there is no shortage of elephant seals on the beaches of Año Nuevo State Park.

Thousands of migrating monarchs overwinter clustered amongst the eucalyptus trees.

The blinking light atop the iconic landmark has been sending secret messages for decades.

One woman's Viking Castle on Lake Tahoe.

The show's fictional Korean medical camp was created in the Santa Monica hills.

This abandoned boat was left in place thanks to its rotting beauty.

Celebrating the transformation of trash into objects of beauty.

Every year, over 25,000 monarchs overwinter in Pacific Grove.

A tribute to the life and work of the beloved "Peanuts" cartoonist.