This memorial to World War II's fallen airmen shows us the movements of the stars that once guided them.

The little-known second castle that William the Conqueror built in York.

One of the shortest streets in York has an especially odd name.

This network of narrow, medieval passages has the most delightful name.

Follow the original medieval paths that wind through this intriguing section of the city.

This mummified mermaid corpse is an aquatic curio that was eventually revealed to be a fake.

The phone booths in this English town have distinctly milky hues.

Explore Hull's historic Old Town by following the sea creatures scattered throughout its charmingly cobbled streets.

What looks like missing grout is actually an old pub's peephole.

The beloved bard's garb is proudly displayed within a Freemason's hall.

Touching this 18th-century Scottish philosopher’s toe allegedly conjures good fortune.

The world’s first museum dedicated to the history of childhood opened in Edinburgh in 1955.

A six-ton wedding present for the King of the Scots.

This small museum in a 17th-century building honors three iconic Scottish writers.

Remnants of the 16th-century defensive wall still stand unassumingly within Edinburgh.

Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.

The tomb of one of Scotland's bloody historic villains is a magnet for bumbling desecrators.

Protecting the dead from opportunistic body snatchers.

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?

The final resting place of soldiers' loyal canine companions.

The taxidermy remains of the first mammal ever cloned from an adult cell are on display in Edinburgh.

A book bound in the skin of an infamous criminal, along with countless other specimens.

This 17th-century street hidden beneath Edinburgh was once a breeding ground for the black death.

360° views of the city plus five floors of optical illusions and hands-on science.