Guanajuato, Mexico
Funicular de Guanajuato
Take in a sweeping views of Guanajuato—and save yourself a hike up a steep hill—on this funicular.
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San Luis Potosí, Mexico
The Church in the Desert
Past the hills and beyond the graveyard, this church feels extremely out of place.
Monterrey, Mexico
The Tree Growing Inside a 7-Eleven
This store may be part of a well-known chain, but it stands out due to the tree growing through the middle of it.
Washington, D.C.
American Geophysical Union Sidewalk Planet Display
A brass and marble scale model of the solar system embedded in the concrete.
Washington, D.C.
National Public Radio's Honey Bee Hives
Atop this media building, two hives containing more than 30,000 bees keep the surrounding area vibrant.
Washington, D.C.
Sweet Home Cafe
This unique museum cafeteria showcases the history and regional diversity of African American cuisine.
Washington, D.C.
Florida Avenue Grill
The world's oldest soul food restaurant is also one of its best.
Washington, D.C.
USNO Master Clock
The most accurate timepiece in the world.
Washington, D.C.
Sergeant Stubby
The most decorated dog of World War I is preserved in the Smithsonian.
Washington, D.C.
Library of Congress Card Catalog
A nostalgic bibliographic gem.
Washington, D.C.
Titanic Memorial
This lonely waterfront memorial to the men of the Titanic was erected by the "Women of America."
Washington, D.C.
Zero Milestone
A monument in Washington D.C. marks the spot from which all other roads were supposed to stem.
Washington, D.C.
Riggs Library
A wondrous old library overlooking the nation's capital.
Rome, Italy
Vespa Museum
This subterranean shrine beneath a bike rental store celebrates the iconic Italian scooter.
Rome, Italy
Villa Doria Pamphili Park
A huge enchanting public park just outside the ancient walls of Rome.
Rome, Italy
The Mithraeum at Circus Maximus
The underground sanctuary of a mysterious ancient cult.
Rome, Italy
Galleria Sciarra
This hidden Art Nouveau courtyard is an opulent feast for the eyes.
Rome, Italy
Torre Argentina (Roman Cat Sanctuary)
Hundreds of lucky felines haunt the ruins where Caesar was murdered.
Rome, Italy
The Dome Illusion
A master of trompe-l'oeil creates a stunning, tourist-fooling dome out of a flat ceiling.
Rome, Italy
Pyramid of Cestius
The only "Egyptian" pyramid in Europe and the legendary tomb of Remus.
Vancouver, British Columbia
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Traditional 15th century Chinese garden in the middle of Vancouver.
Skagway, Alaska
Skagway Centennial Statue
A monument commemorating the role of Alaska's native Tlingit guides in the Klondike Gold Rush.
Juneau, Alaska
Aquilean Whale Tail Sculptures
A whale of a public art display towers atop Juneau's cruise ship dock.
Sitka, Alaska
Saint Michael's Cathedral
The first Russian Orthodox church in North America and an Alaskan landmark.
