Gdańsk, Poland
The Three Boar Heads of Gdańsk
A mysterious emblem tucked in an small alleyway is actually the coat of arms of a heroic medieval family.
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Gdańsk, Poland
A mysterious emblem tucked in an small alleyway is actually the coat of arms of a heroic medieval family.
Gdańsk, Poland
A merchant court dedicated to the fictitious King Arthur is heavily adorned with bizarre Renaissance art.
Gdańsk, Poland
This Communist-era residential block is one of the longest residential building in Europe.
Gdynia, Poland
A World War II torpedo launch station abandoned off the Polish coast.
Sopot, Poland
This fairytale inspired, warped building houses restaurants, shops, and a radio station.
Gdynia, Poland
A haunting deserted hotel is a favorite with artists and photographers.
Gdańsk, Poland
This antique thermometer honors the creator of the first universal temperature scale.
Katowice, Poland
While the U.S. and Soviet Union were engaged in a space race, Poland built a UFO on the ground.
Glasgow, Scotland
The largest terracotta fountain in the world, built to commemorate Britain’s Victorian achievements.
Glasgow, Scotland
Glasgow's own "tipsy" temperance monument.
Glasgow, Scotland
One of the first monuments dedicated to the accomplishments of the great Vice Admiral, Horatio Nelson.
Glasgow, Scotland
The former home of the world-famous Templeton Carpet Factory.
Glasgow, Scotland
A leafy, peaceful oasis nestled in the heart of Glasgow's busy south side.
Glasgow, Scotland
The abandoned transportation hub hides within the Glasgow attraction it once served.
Glasgow, Scotland
A scattered trail of street art adds a pop of color to the city's stark structures.
Glasgow, Scotland
The elaborate clockwork contraptions in this Scottish gallery create small worlds of whimsy and horror.
Glasgow, Scotland
"Respectful to the dead, safe and sanitary to the living, dedicated to the Genius of Memory..."
Poznań, Poland
These mechanical goats first battled it out in the year 1551, all because of an overcooked deer.
Poznań, Poland
The traditional Polish croissant, folded 81 times into the shape of a horseshoe, is a legally protected cultural treat.
Dubrovnik, Croatia
This 15th-century church houses priceless works of art from a range of Croatian artists.
Dubrovnik, Croatia
A full figure 4th century incorruptible saint lies in a glass coffin in Croatia.
Dubrovnik, Croatia
A wunderkammer of gold and silver reliquaries and ancient saintly bones.
Amman, Jordan
This restored eighth-century palace is a shining example of ancient Umayyad architecture.
Outer Hebrides, Scotland
A failed infrastructure project now owns this unique moniker.