The world's largest squirrel statue clutches a pecan bigger than your head.

Some islands... they come, they go, especially on Lake Travis.

This simple frog painting created by musician Daniel Johnston embodies the spirit of Austin.

Locals dubbed it the "Owl Building" because of its bird-like appearance.

This massive oak tree has ties to the first native tribes of the region and the founders of Texas.

Roadside Americana, fairy tale characters, and Austin quirkiness come together at this magical course in the heart of Texas' capital city.

Home to an endangered salamander, a full moon celebration, and a large spring-fed outdoor swimming pool.

A fruit-loving town welcomes visitors with a giant melon set against the sky.

The saga of the massive nut begins and ends in Texas.

Over 100 million years ago, beach-bound dinosaurs left permanent marks on San Antonio's landscape.

These boots are made for selfies.

Legend has it the commander of the defenders drew a fateful line in the dirt with his sword just before the final battle.

Walk through the history of a Dutch truck manufacturer, from 1928 to today.

A faithful reproduction of Al-Jazari's enormous water clock.

The hotel where Martin Luther King Jr. was shot is now a museum dedicated to his work.

Singapore's landscaping project is home to 18 incredible Supertrees.

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

Life's work of sculptor Elisabet Ney remains preserved in her last studio.

Austin’s local mountain isn’t really a mountain at all.

This unassuming North Austin neighborhood was built to test the novel idea of home air conditioning.

South Korea's largely symbolic, barely used gateway to the North.

Controversially claiming the title of world's biggest bass drum, UT's Big Bertha was once made radioactive by the Manhattan Project.

A store full of vintage and indie toys designed to bring out the kid in even the crustiest of adults.

A grove of colossal man-made flowers built to collect the sun's rays.