Omaha, Nebraska
Old Lincoln Highway in Omaha
A brick-paved former section of the historic coast-to-coast highway.
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Boys Town, Nebraska
World's Largest Ball of Stamps
An idle pastime becomes a record holder in Boys Town, Nebraska.
Dallas, Texas
Bowler Hat Sculpture
This sculpture of a bowler hat is complemented by a matching umbrella a few blocks away.
Omaha, Nebraska
Infield at the Zoo
A miniature baseball stadium honoring Johnny Rosenblatt Stadium, home of the College World Series from 1950-2010.
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Omaha, Nebraska
William Thompson's Scalped Scalp
An Englishman loses his scalp to a Cheyenne warrior and lives to donate it to a library.
Omaha, Nebraska
Joslyn Castle
This once rural mansion now sits in the heart of the city.
Omaha, Nebraska
Site of a Japanese Balloon Bomb Explosion
These experimental weapons brought World War II to Nebraska as well as 26 other U.S. states.
Tallinn, Estonia
Hellemann Tower and City Walls
Walk along the medieval fortifications that have been protecting Tallinn since the 14th century.
Tallinn, Estonia
Tallinn Teletorn (TV Tower)
This dizzying tower was built to better broadcast the 1980 Moscow Olympics.
Pushkin, Russia
The Amber Room
An 18th century wonder of the world, lost in WWII, re-created at the Catherine Palace.
Petra District, Jordan
Petra
An ancient capital city that dates back 3,000 years and harbors many surprises.
Cannon Beach, Oregon
Haystack Rock
A massive sea stack famous for its appearance in The Goonies.
London, England
Hoover Building
A masterpiece of Art Deco architecture hidden in plain sight in West London.
London, England
The Albert Bridge
Chelsea's soldiers were given strict orders when crossing this historic bridge.
London, England
The Duke of Wellington’s Mounting Stone
Outside of one of Britain's most renowned social clubs, a step installed specifically for the Duke.
London, England
Ernest Shackleton Statue
The famous polar explorer stands outside the Royal Geographical Society's headquarters.
London, England
The Soho Square Hut
The Tudor-style cottage in the middle of the square is not quite what it seems.
London, England
Cabmen’s Shelter in Russell Square
Originally built for London’s cab drivers, this bright green hut now serves anyone a hot drink or meal.
London, England
Down Street Underground Station
The secret wartime bunker built on the platforms of an abandoned Tube station.
Naples, Italy
Fontana del Gigante
This monumental fountain has moved around the city multiple times.
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
The Grave of Ernest Shackleton
Final resting place of Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton.
London, England
Alfred Hitchcock's London Flat
One of the greatest movie directors of all time lived and worked in this London flat from 1926 to 1939.
London, England
Odeon Covent Garden
Formerly known as Saville Theatre, this mid-20th-century entertainment hub includes an ornate frieze.
Charleston, South Carolina
Fireproof Building and South Carolina Historical Society
Once the most flame resistant building in the country, the South Carolina Historical Society building was almost burnt down in a fire.
