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The world's only international cryptozoology museum is host to an unrivaled collection of mysterious objects.

A cult archaeology conspiracy theory claims these West Virginia petroglyphs were written by Irish monks in Ogham.

This California artist's front yard acts as a gallery for his unique, scrap metal animal sculptures.

The largest burial mound in the United States holds the remains of prehistoric West Virginians.

One of the few surviving examples of the first lock and dam system built on the Ohio River.

Take a steam-powered ride straight out of the past on this Appalachian rail line.

Despite its lavish ornamentation, and wholesome lifestyle of its devotees, this mountain commune has faced its share of issues.

This abandoned dream castle and its cemetery look out over the city that once inspired their creation.

Beyond the usual stories that attend old prisons, this one has deep bloody undercurrents.

A small storefront museum explores the history and myth of West Virginia's famous urban legend.

The "mysteries" of this quintessential roadside oddity were almost destroyed by neglect but were saved by fans of kitschy wonder.

The museum calls itself the "National Museum of the Paranormal" and is full of eerie oddities.

This colorful West Virginia cowboy greets passersby with a glassy stare.

A particularly creepy abandoned hospital that sparks interest for lovers of the supernatural.

In 1952, a strange encounter in the woods of West Virginia led to the legend of a 10-foot-tall monster with glowing eyes and a distinctive style.

In 1869, Swiss and German immigrants settled in this small town in the mountains of West Virginia.

A series of abstract sculptures pop up from an otherworldly volcanic landscape.

A uniquely robust and historic look at Mexico's omnipresent dance with Death.

By night, this auto repair shop turns into a taquería serving up some of the city's finest al pastor tacos.

Underwater art project will double as a massive artificial coral reef to help regenerate the damaged ecosystem.

A trompe l'oeil mural remembers the original colonial building that once stood here.

This scenic cable car ride glides 100 feet above Mexico City.

In 2008, this Mexico City metro station was the site of an hours-long fight between emo, punk, and goth groups.

This tiny garden was built specifically to provide a place of peace and serenity away from the busy city streets.