The site where the Emperor of Korea performed the long-forbidden "rite of heaven" to demonstrate his absolute sovereignty.

A family of distorted sculptures stands outside Seoul's former imperial palace.

A symbol of hope, survival, and national character, especially after it rose phoenix like from the flames.

A remnant of Korea's colonial past lies forgotten in a hip neighborhood in Seoul.

This cannonball stands as a reminder of the final act of a fleeting governor amidst a revolution.

This monument is dedicated to Balto, the heroic Alaskan sled dog.

The birthplace of Las Vegas is now preserved as a historic and natural area.

A cornucopia of gargoyles adorns the oldest portion of Oxford’s Magdalen College.

A letterbox installed specifically for the first editor of the Oxford English Dictionary.

This nondescript building was the birthplace of Morris cars.

The spot where three Protestant clergymen were burned at the stake during the reign of "Bloody Mary."

A theatre built to house the rowdy Oxford graduation ceremonies became the stage for a debate about God's existence.

This Norman castle was once the site of a Victorian-era prison, and now exists as a luxury hotel.

This 11th century tower is said to be the oldest building in Oxford.

The shop where the girl who inspired the beloved character once bought sweets is now a book-themed commercial curiosity.

The fantastic charm of England's oldest botanical garden has made it a place of writerly inspiration for centuries.

Used as an example in one of the first dictionary entries for "museum" in 1706.

An extraordinary collection of scientific instruments - and Einstein's chalkboard - inside the world's oldest purpose built museum building.

The names Lúthien and Beren can be found inscribed on the shared grave of the famous writer and his beloved wife and muse.

The Lincoln Memorial has inspired many, even though a word on the inscription appears to be spelled incorrectly.

Version of the French Riviera destroyed by the sea.

The ghostly remains of an accidental sea.

A 250 million-year-old rock formation has earned a rather unique nickname.

This giant spider sculpture made from the iconic car is one giant visual pun.