Boston, Massachusetts
North End "Peninsula"
What was once a true peninsula has now been filled in, causing the water to recede and leaving many streetside "waterfronts" and landlocked "islands."
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Boston, Massachusetts
What was once a true peninsula has now been filled in, causing the water to recede and leaving many streetside "waterfronts" and landlocked "islands."
Boston, Massachusetts
On a former island, this old fortification once used to protect the Boston Area and started Edgar Allan Poe in his military career.
Castlewellan, Northern Ireland
A peace symbol in Northern Ireland is among the world's largest hedge mazes.
Fontanellato, Italy
The world's largest bamboo labyrinth is a living demonstration of the plant’s immense potential.
Vancouver, British Columbia
This Elizabethan hedge maze is one of only six in North America.
East Molesey, England
England's oldest surviving hedge maze has been confusing visitors for over 300 years.
Winchester, England
A rare labyrinth-style path carved into a historic hill.
Warminster, England
The longest hedge maze in the world.
San Francisco, California
A psychedelic labyrinth on the San Francisco bay.
Boothbay, Maine
Five mythical trolls have taken up residence in woods and hidden on paths at the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens.
San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio's first 3-D stereoscopic mural is a trippy treat for the eyes.
San Antonio, Texas
The wood bears a hidden love note carved by a young Johnny Cash.
San Antonio, Texas
An ivy-covered arch bridge dedicated to Tejano music singer and legend Rosita Fernandez.
San Antonio, Texas
This hidden sculpture garden full of Wild West art is one of San Antonio's best-kept secrets.
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.
Porto, Portugal
The original version of Porto's most famous sandwich is just as good here as it was a century ago.
Lisbon, Portugal
Get in line for Lisbon’s most famous sandwich.
Lisbon, Portugal
Sip cherry liqueur at a bar dating back to 1840.
São Miguel, Portugal
When Azorean green tea meets volcanic hot springs water, a luminous brew is born.
Athens, Greece
Savor sheep milk yogurt at the last of Athens' dairy bars.
Milos, Greece
This "volcanic all-day restaurant" is right on the beach.
Ponderosa, New Mexico
On the edge of the Valles Caldera National Preserve, these rock formations create an eerie landscape.
Jemez Pueblo, New Mexico
A beautiful red-faced slot canyon in northern New Mexico.