Whittier, Alaska
Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
Running under an entire mountain, the longest highway tunnel in North America is kept fresh using portal fans and jet fans.
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Whittier, Alaska
Running under an entire mountain, the longest highway tunnel in North America is kept fresh using portal fans and jet fans.
Whittier, Alaska
This small city where almost everyone lives in the same building can only be reached via North America's longest tunnel.
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Thousands of pieces of art have been carved into the rock at the site of an ancient volcanic eruption.
Amarillo, Texas
This constitutionally sound Muffler Man harkens back to the days these attractions were a must-see.
San Antonio, Texas
Legend has it the commander of the defenders drew a fateful line in the dirt with his sword just before the final battle.
Galveston, Texas
A decaying concrete oil tanker served as a disposal location for bootleg hootch.
Groom, Texas
This water tower slanted at an uncomfortable angle off the old Route 66 was an ingenious marketing ploy.
Dallas, Texas
A serene temple with stunning stained glass hides in downtown Dallas.
San Antonio, Texas
Three hundred years of preserved Spanish colonial history in San Antonio.
San Antonio, Texas
A gorgeous garden oasis with winding paths, stone bridges, and a troubling history.
Lawton, Oklahoma
American bison herd descending directly from a Bronx Zoo breeding program that saved the species from extinction.
Las Vegas, Nevada
Formerly the world's largest, this Willy Wonka-esque contraption runs 24/7.
Primm, Nevada
This mostly abandoned shopping outlet is now adorned with beautiful graffiti and murals.
Boulder City, Nevada
A Norwegian-born sculptor created these soaring guardian angels at the entrance to Hoover Dam.
Boulder City, Nevada
Experience a charming 1930s version of "infotainment."
Boise, Idaho
Boise State's stadium was the first non-green football field in the world.
Boise, Idaho
The largest outdoor art gallery in the Northwest United States.
Boise, Idaho
A small section of Boise, Idaho maintains the unique culture and traditions of the Basque people.
Durango, Colorado
This spectacular track has run continuously since 1882.
Sacramento, California
Pillars made of 700 pieces of luggage climb to the ceiling of Sacramento Airport's baggage claim.
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.
Laramie, Wyoming
The high point on the 16th president's eponymous roadway is marked by a massive version of his head.
Buford, Wyoming
Miraculous tree that seems to sprout out of solid rock.