Baltimore, Maryland
Phoenix Shot Tower
Once America's tallest structure, now a Baltimore landmark.
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Baltimore, Maryland
Once America's tallest structure, now a Baltimore landmark.
Baltimore, Maryland
At this former Prohibition speakeasy, electric birds signaled the arrival of hooch.
Baltimore, Maryland
It’s not hard to see why the historic Peabody Conservatory of Music’s library has been described as a “cathedral of books.”
Baltimore, Maryland
A monumental statue of RCA's mascot now sits atop a historical society roof after a life of moving around.
Annapolis, Maryland
This Annapolis home was built by one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence.
Tokyo, Japan
People from around the world visit the shrine of Japan’s legendarily loyal dog.
Tokyo, Japan
Inspired by the famous sculptures on Easter Island, this head serves as a popular meeting spot by Shibuya Station.
Tokyo, Japan
After being lost for decades, this striking mural depicting the atomic bomb covers the wall of a busy Tokyo metro station.
Nikko, Japan
See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil.
Tokyo, Japan
Shrine to Japanese water-goblins, complete with their preserved body parts.
Tokyo, Japan
Emerging from the sidewalk, this sculpture of a whale commemorates the importance of baleen in traditional Japanese puppetry.
Tokyo, Japan
When this clock strikes a certain time, puppets showcase a story of life in Edo Japan.
Tokyo, Japan
A touching statue dedicated to Japan's first therapy dog.
Tokyo, Japan
Although damaged beyond recognition, this stone god is still said to bring good luck to those who tap on him with a pebble.
Mumbai, India
An architectural marvel that combines Gothic architecture with Indian elements.
Osaka, Japan
A 14th-century European chapel sticks out of the facade of a Japanese hotel.
Osaka, Japan
The Hanshin Expressway goes right through its 5th, 6th, and 7th floors.
Kyoto, Japan
This 700-year-old street food market features baby octopus and soy donuts.
Lisbon, Portugal
Eat the ultimate iteration of Portugal's most beloved pastry.
San Francisco, California
The historic building's ornate stained glass fixture has survived the devastating 1906 earthquake, ensuing fires, and multiple redevelopment attempts.
Mill Valley, California
Ride on a fully-restored Nike nuclear-tipped missile elevator from the Cold War.
San Francisco, California
Where a demonstration led to equal rights for one of California's most marginalized communities.
Kyoto, Japan
This garden located inside a bamboo forest once belonged to a famous Japanese actor.
Kyoto, Japan
An LED art installation composed of 600 poles wrapped in kimono fabric.