Chicago, Illinois
'Ten Thousand Ripples'
Partially submerged Buddha heads freckle Chicago’s neighborhoods.
Places I've been
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Chicago, Illinois
Partially submerged Buddha heads freckle Chicago’s neighborhoods.
Wilmette, Illinois
The only Bahá'í house of worship in North America and one of only a handful worldwide.
Volo, Illinois
Its eclectic exhibits range from the world’s first motorcycle to Luke Skywalker’s Land Speeder.
Sloan, Nevada
Brightly colored 30-foot-tall totems light up the desert sky just outside Las Vegas.
San Bernardino County, California
The world’s largest concentrated solar plant generates as many problems as megawatts.
Baker, California
This giant temperature attraction created some giant electric bills.
Baker, California
Finally the worlds of UFO enthusiasts and beef jerky lovers have come together in this roadside shop.
Avalon, California
An unexpected connection to Chicago awaits visitors on an island just off the California coast.
Pasadena, California
Two groundbreaking brothers from Pasadena.
Waimea, Hawaii
This ruined fort and statue are a testament to the last king of Kaua‘i’s savvy diplomacy skills, which briefly brought Russians to Hawai‘i.
Honolulu, Hawaii
This saltwater swimming pool, which is the last of its kind in the United States, is slowly crumbling within sight of multiple high-end beachside hotels.
Glendale, California
Don't bother sending any mail to this ghost town.
San Marino, California
Bug-devouring flora are the stars of a special wing of the glass conservatory.
Tambon Pak Nam, Thailand
Cavemen, elephants, and eagles greet passengers driving through the town's main intersection.
Kediri, Indonesia
Isolated atop this Balinese sea crag is a lovely Hindu temple that is said to be guarded by sea snakes.
Tampaksiring, Indonesia
One of the holiest places in the region, devotees come to Tirta Empul to bathe in the holy spring water.
Sukawati, Indonesia
The name of this ancient Indonesian temple translates as "Elephant Cave" but it could be more accurately called "The Hellmouth."
Baturiti, Indonesia
This tiny lake temple dedicated to a water goddess seems to float on the surface.
Singapore
The highest pedestrian bridge in Singapore looks like a series of undulating waves rising between two public parks.
Singapore
Singapore's oldest Hindu temple.
Singapore
Singapore's landscaping project is home to 18 incredible Supertrees.
Singapore
A giant baby floats in the middle of Singapore’s nature park.
Singapore
A ring of soy sauce bottle bases decorate an important Singaporean landmark.
Singapore
The oldest Muslim cemetery in Singapore, with a strong royal connection.