Edinburgh, Scotland
Sanctuary Stones
A series of three shiny letters mark the boundary of an old refuge for those being pursued by debt collectors.
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Edinburgh, Scotland
A series of three shiny letters mark the boundary of an old refuge for those being pursued by debt collectors.
Edinburgh, Scotland
Ruined 11th century abbey built by King David I in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Madrid, Spain
This modest lottery shop draws hopefuls all year long, but come Christmas season, lines wrap around the block.
Thermopolis, Wyoming
The world's largest mineral hot springs is home to a herd of bison, a free public bath house, beautiful mineral formations, and a terrifying swinging bridge.
Madrid, Spain
This controversial monolith—topped with the iconic Madrid Rock logo and a heavy-metal hand gesture—marks the site of what was once Madrid’s most popular record store
Essaouira, Morocco
Why trying to get lost in the old quarters of Essaouira may be harder than you think
West Alexandria, Ohio
This unincorporated community in western Ohio got its peculiar name from John "Daddy" Baker.
Fairborn, Ohio
Inside this wonderland of weird, visitors are treated to a collection ranging from skeletons to haunted artifacts.
Hamilton, Ohio
Inside, ancient treasures. Outside, modern contradictions.
Hamilton, Ohio
A former nuclear facility during the Cold War turned nature preserve.
Kings Mills, Ohio
An abandoned munitions factory with a shot tower continues to wage war on the surrounding environment.
Lebanon, Ohio
Built around 1845, this house was occupied for 100 years, serving as a home to a prosecuting attorney, a Union Civil War general, and a wealthy socialite.
Lebanon, Ohio
This 30,000 square-foot museum is home to an extensive collection of art and artifacts that reflect the history of southwest Ohio.
Ironton, Ohio
The final resting place of the renowned, eccentric artist doesn’t even include his name.
Gallipolis, Ohio
The failure of one component toppled this entire bridge during rush hour.
Pomeroy, Ohio
A lost cemetery stands forgotten on a hilltop, known only to the older residents of Pomeroy.
Pomeroy, Ohio
This schoolhouse for Black American children is one of the oldest remaining in southeastern Ohio.
Little Hocking, Ohio
In the middle of an abandoned stretch of old Route 50 lies a tombstone that weighs three tons.
Marietta, Ohio
One of the few places where you can explore a 1918 paddlewheel steamboat from stem to stern.
Marietta, Ohio
Home to several unusual artifacts, including a huge painting of George Washington.
Marietta, Ohio
What started as a display of antique hearses has grown into a museum exploring the history of the funeral industry.
Marietta, Ohio
Dozens of striking Indian symbols cover the second-floor hallways of this rural courthouse.
Marietta, Ohio
This historic Ohio bridge is adorned with fanciful locks left behind by loving couples.
Marietta, Ohio
At the center of this cemetery stands a 2,000-year-old burial mound of the Adena culture.