Places oldarchitecture Wants to Go

Bright, rebellious indigenous murals dating back to the Spanish Conquest inexplicably cover the walls of this Catholic church.

This beautifully historic Bahrain fortress might not be the most popular attraction around, but that might make it all the better.

Only known mainland rookery of the threatened Stellar sea lion.

In ancient times, these fallen standing stones supported a massive house.

The only parking meter in the entire town, it is surrounded by 100 free spaces.

This ghost town was once a cult-like religious utopian settlement.

This odd little museum holds exhibits on everything from blacksmith equipment to hair jewelry.

From toys to kettles to scientific instruments, this German museum celebrates the beauty of 20th century design.

The statue of the famous elephant who was the original source of the word "jumbo".

A once-secret library of Freemason history in Catalonia.

The best B-movies filmed on a shoestring budget were born here.

Don't blink or you'll miss it.

The secret skeleton of a murdered nun was discovered in this church basement, but the scandal doesn't end there.

No matter what it might seem like on film, most scenes filmed on a plane are filmed at this LA studio.

This small New York museum celebrates the mountainous artwork of a Russian mystic.

This church devoted to Mexico's "dead saint" is a festive celebration of a formerly hidden religious figure.

This small Brazilian museum honors the work of a German biologist who studied the jungles for decades.

This abandoned Poconos resort is haunted by a history of kitschy romance and a violent fugitive.

A strangely forgotten claimant to the much contested title of "Source of the Nile."

This historic Dutch newspaper building is covered with media-themed details—and one unrelated oddity.

This tiny little island has, as the name says, just enough room for its single house.

Environmentally crucial raptors like eagles and vultures are kept and protected in this massive sanctuary.

One of the most scenic falls in Massachusetts has a history of death and grim legend.

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