The remains of diamond fever taken over by the desert.

A monument marks where a convent was burned by an anti-Catholic mob in 1834.

Palestinian-style savory breads and fine patisserie are served with a generous side of hospitality.

This unassuming stone commemorates a condiment factory gone up in smoke.

This tower commemorates the spot where George Washington hoisted the Grand Union flag.

Eat first, shop later at this eatery within an Asian grocer.

A unique columnar residence built in the 19th century.

Rising 30 feet in the air atop Quarry Hill, the Old Powder House is the oldest stone building in the state of Massachusetts.

This former Masonic hall has been turned into an art project that uses even more metaphysical iconography.

The monument is inscribed, "To Sagamore John and those Mystic Indians Whose Bones Lie Here”.

The classic Christmas carol was written at this Massachusetts tavern in 1850.

A tribute to Samuel Wilson, who may be the original "Uncle Sam."

The footprint of a frustrated devil in Munich's Cathedral.

A section of the long chain that blocked enemy ships from entering Constantinople.

One of the newest mosques in a city filled with thousands.

Taking the subway here means doing so over a bridge located in the middle of an estuary.

The legendary luxury train passage is commemorated with a charming museum inside its former eastern terminus.

This column celebrates Rome's victory over the Goths, and may be the oldest Roman monument in Istanbul.

Ancient serpentine sacrifice holder that has stood the test of time.

A fountain standing as a testament to a doomed alliance.

This museum was invented in a novel before being made real by the author.

Climb a steep hill in 90 seconds on the second-oldest urban subway in the world.

The most metal church of all time was built in record time because of an international, pious pissing contest.

This crucial gathering spot along the "hippie trail" still displays old notes between traveling beatniks and backpackers.