Xian Shi, China
Terracotta Army of Qin Shi Huang
A life-sized imperial army, buried in battle formation, has stood underground for over 2,000 years—built not for war, but for eternity.
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Sydney, Australia
The Lillipad Cafe
An indigenous ethnobotanist runs this brunch spot celebrating Australia’s native flavors.
Wentworth Point, Australia
SS Ayrfield
Nature is leading a successful mutiny on this century-old freighter.
Katoomba, Australia
The Giant Stairway
A massive stairway that almost wasn't leads to one of Australia's most scenic vistas.
Katoomba, Australia
Three Sisters
This trio of Australian rock spires may have inspired aboriginal legend or just modern tourism.
Cowra, Australia
Japanese War Cemetery and Garden
Final resting place for hundreds of prisoners of war.
Coffs Harbour, Australia
Big Banana
One of the first big sculptures anywhere in Australia.
Coolah, Australia
The Black Stump
The oft used Australian colloquialism "Beyond the Black Stump" is said to have originated at this location.
New Italy, Australia
New Italy
Once a farming community founded by the Italian survivors of an immigration scam, this colony is now a free camp and roadside attraction.
Byron Bay, Australia
Walgun / Cape Byron
The most easterly point on mainland Australia offers dramatic ocean views.
Brewarrina, Australia
Brewarrina Fish Traps
These Aboriginal fish traps are among the oldest human constructions in the world.
Ballandean, Australia
Ballandean Pyramid
A huge stone pyramid built for fun.
Indooroopilly, Australia
Walter Taylor Bridge
The pillar of this bridge contains a small home and underneath, a ballroom.
South Brisbane, Australia
'The Dancers'
The unique work of art celebrates the 30th anniversary of the 1988 World Expo.
Fannie Bay, Australia
Fannie Bay Gaol
One of Australia’s most complete colonial prison complexes.
Darwin, Australia
Darwin Oil Storage Tunnels
World War II ended before these tunnels built to protect vital oil from Japanese bombs were ever used.
Batchelor, Australia
Karlstein Castle Replica
This mini version of the famous Bohemian castle was lovingly built by a Czech immigrant and mineworker.
Melbourne, Australia
Captain Cook's Cottage
The 18th-century home was disassembled into 253 cases and brought all the way from the other side of the world.
Melbourne, Australia
Ned Kelly's Armour
The bullet-banged DIY suit of armour belonging to Australia’s most famous outlaw.
Mount Dandenong, Australia
William Ricketts Sanctuary
A collection of outdoor mystical statues paying homage to indigenous Australians and ecological stewardship.
Melbourne, Australia
Old Melbourne Gaol
Once housing children next to hardened criminals this historic jail once displayed Ned Kelly's skull until it was stolen.
Melbourne, Australia
Phar Lap
Taxidermy of the racing horse with a huge heart, who inspired hope in the Depression.
West Ballina, Australia
The Big Prawn
There's nothing shrimpy about the world's largest artificial prawn.
Thredbo, Australia
Mount Kosciuszko Summit
The tallest mountain in mainland Australia.
