Ripon, England
Swinton Druids Temple
Although it appears ancient and mysterious, the quirky folly was actually built 200 years ago by an eccentric estate owner.
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Ripon, England
Although it appears ancient and mysterious, the quirky folly was actually built 200 years ago by an eccentric estate owner.
Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany
Between Neo-Pagans and Neo-Nazis, these strange rock formations have a curious cult following and a very strange history.
Wendover, Utah
A sculpture for the sun and stars, created by Nancy Holt.
Fountain City, Wisconsin
Hidden in magnificent rolling countryside, see what may be the largest modern stone circle in the world at Wisconsin's very own "Stonehengeā
Castel Sant'Elia, Italy
Magnificent frescoes decorate the interior of this Romanesque church, which also showcases an unusual phenomenon during winter solstice.
Last Chance, Colorado
Winter and summer solstice aligned sculpture in the middle of nowhere.
Davis, California
On the summer solstice each year, shadows align with a 14,000 square foot painting to reveal a secret message.
Caesarea, Israel
An ancient underground cultic temple where sunlight penetrates on the summer solstice.
Qrendi, Malta
This Stone Age solar temple aligns with the sun on each equinox and solstice.
Boston, Massachusetts
A gift to the children of Boston, this bronze bear represents playfulness, a spirit of love, and the warmth of big hugs.
Adair, Iowa
Lured here by the promise of tens of thousands in gold, Jesse James started a quintessentially American trend of robbing trains in-motion.
Cisco, Texas
Where Santa Claus held up a Texas bank and started a statewide manhunt.
Ottrott, France
An ancient monastery, a locked room, and a mysterious book heist.
Madison, Wisconsin
The only thing these street signs will help you navigate is your imagination.
Washington, D.C.
Press 1 for knock-knock jokes.
Copenhagen, Denmark
An unconventional and naturalistic sculpture depicting the artist marking his territory on an exterior faculty wall.
Hanover, Germany
This gateway to subterranean Hanover plays jazz, pop and rock to surprised passersby.
Central City, Colorado
The first mountain submarine had its initial and last voyage in 1898.
Greenfield, Massachusetts
Money may not grow on trees, but it can be dispensed by one.
Welcome, Minnesota
This early 20th-century rural drinking fountain provides water for both horses and humans.
Shirley, Massachusetts
The head of a legendary creature allegedly killed during colonial times is now on display at a local restaurant.
Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
An unexpected must-see for fans of Star Wars who find themselves on the beautiful island of Sint Maarten.
Hay-on-Wye, Wales
In 1977, an eccentric book lover formed a micronation for book lovers.
San Antonio, Texas
A colorful public mural in San Antonio's West Side encourages students to stay in school.