The legendary birthplace of the Japanese maneki-neko is dotted with hundreds of lucky beckoning cats.

After a profound show of devotion for his master, a dog becomes the symbol of loyalty for an entire nation.

The 10,000 Torii shrine.

The sound of swaying stalks in this stunning grove has been named a governmentally recognized sound.

This iconic 1,000-year-old medieval castle is a favorite of the film industry, most notably as the location for Hogwarts in Harry Potter.

Eighty million natural history specimens call this gargantuan museum home.

A fantastic castle rumored to be the birthplace of King Arthur.

The curios of pharmacist and collector Henry Wellcome.

The gloomy ruins that inspired Bram Stoker to bring Dracula to life.

Kings Cross Station pays tribute to its role in Britain's best-selling book series.

A Victorian Gothic masterpiece housing a world-class collection of rare books and manuscripts.

These lovely Turkish-styled baths were brought back to life after winning a reality show competition.

A collection of early 19th century trams set in a reconstructed period village.

This chain of artificial lakes was an ideal test ground for the aircraft that would carry the "bouncing bombs" used by the WWII "Dambusters" squad.

Seat of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire for centuries.

Eyam took steps to quarantine themselves and keep the plague from spreading.

The whimsical twist of this spire was either caused by the Devil, an unexpected virgin, or lead.

A headstone notes where the most famous of Robin Hood's legendary Merry Men is reportedly buried.

One of the last remnants of the Bessemer process that revolutionized steel production during the industrial age.

Cemetery established by the Victorians as a solution to the overflowing graveyards.