A Looff creation in Santa Monica best described as “a California-Byzantine-Moorish-style fantasy.”

A sign at the end of the Santa Monica Pier marks the traditional end of the legendary American highway.

A second generation sun-powered marvel lights up the night.

A glittering South Asian anomaly in a wealthy Los Angeles suburb.

One of nature's most well-scheduled phenomenons resides in Wyoming's Yellowstone National Park.

This Yellowstone geyser may not shoot as high as the nearby Old Faithful, but it erupts for considerably longer.

The largest hot spring in the United States is, as the name suggests, a stunning show of natural color.

A beautiful geyser under environmental threat.

The last remaining relic of San Francisco's glittering 1915 Panama Pacific Exposition.

In all of the 29 years it was in operation, no prisoners ever escaped successfully... or so they claim.

This abstract roadside poultry was saved from demolition by outraged drivers and pilots.

A curious whirlpool formation supposedly capable of entangling or engulfing branches, tree trunks, or whole rafts full of hapless tourists.

This massive store is home to an eccentric collection of vintage, retro, and peculiar goods.

A bizarre roadside attraction and the first instance of miniature golf in the world.

Iconic Los Angeles residence famous for its 19 statues of Michelangelo's David.

World War II-era Nazi compound nestled in the Santa Monica hills.

A carousel trades in its classic horses and calliope for endangered species, native flora and fauna, and a modern soundtrack.

A common entry point to the Griffith Observatory trail holds its own wonders.

60 feet of towering steel balances gracefully.

A black and white mural stands out from its psychedelic surroundings.

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

A cult following celebrates the legend that belies this curious podiatrists' office sign which has worked its way into song, literature, animation, and the visual arts.

The illuminating collection of L.A. street lights is run by the city and only opens one day per month.

This well-traveled chess park offers scenic views of the pacific and a colorful, eclectic clientele.