A focal point of in Denver’s skyline for over a century, inspired by a Venetian basilica.

This sidewalk tribute honors Colorado's great culinary creation.

This was once the home of Gahan's Saloon, Denver's most storied speakeasy.

The highest paved road in North America winds its way up Mount Blue Sky in Colorado to an altitude of 14,130 feet above sea level.

The rocks of a certain area of Butte, Montana give off a musical ring when hit.

The spot in the Mile-High City that's exactly 5,280 feet above sea level (at least for now).

This massive roadside mascot was the first version of the giant to illustrate his butt.

A small horde of mythical creatures lurk almost imperceptibly within the museum's wildlife dioramas.

The shortest river in America flows for just 201 feet.

An eerie reminder to the horrors of World War II.

This giant fashion model is one of the most beloved symbols of Nagoya.

Decorated by local artists, the city's utility boxes have become three-dimensional canvases.

A sprawling museum located on the former site of the Orphan Girl Mine.

Eclectic musical collection ranging from hurdy gurdies and orphicas to the Rolling Stones Mobile Studio.

A New Zealand communications tower stands as the tallest structure in the Southern Hemisphere.

New Zealand's only running funicular railway.

High winds can make this one scary landing.

Peace Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome.

A plaque marks the site directly below the mid-air detonation of the atomic bomb over Hiroshima.

This Japanese national treasure was originally built in 593.

The 10,000 Torii shrine.

A bronze statue dating back as far as 1252, still has remnants of gold on its right cheek from ancient gilding.

Vienna's giant wonder wheel had a starring role in one of the greatest noir movies of all time.

The celebrated eyesore created by starry-eyed sweethearts.