The word 'wunderkammer' translates as 'wonder-chamber'. This Wunderkammer is both a museum and a retail store.

Only 68 people per day are allowed to visit this New Zealand bird-watcher’s paradise.

A New Zealand couple's shell-adorned home living room, now on display at the Canterbury Museum.

This aluminum “stairway to heaven” has impaled at least a couple of birds.

Enjoy coffee and cake while viewing antique medical equipment at this unique cafe.

One of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters is still used today, but for less brutal events.

This was the second largest mercury mine in the world and one of the oldest preserved mine complexes in Europe.

These phallic stone spires once served as Tolkien's Paths of the Dead.

You may recognize this beautiful grove within Kaitoke Regional Park as location of the house of Elrond.

Anyone wanting to know what a dwarven mine sounds like need only visit the tunnels of this New Zealand artillery compound.

A perfect turquoise lake colored with glacier dust.

Dolphins, ancient clams and hundreds of waterfalls make this one of the world's top tourist destinations.

This amazing example of Valencian Art Nouveau looks more like a cathedral than a public market.

One of the most spectacular bridges in Spain spans a narrow chasm that divides the city of Ronda.

This medieval city gate is now a blend of the past and the modern world.

The remains of this 2nd-century Roman temple are incorporated into a modern building.

This is the oldest Roman-made bridge in the city still existing in its original state.

Artistic tombs, monuments, and a beautiful "Hall of Fame" lurk inside this cemetery.

The world's oldest grape-producing vine has survived four centuries of turmoil and even has its own anthem.

Inside this faux cave, visitors can learn how some of their favorite fantasy characters were created.

A memorial to Wellington's well-loved, well-traveled wharf dog.

The 16-foot sculpture of a hand looks out from his perch on top of an art gallery.

The world's only complete colossal squid specimen is on display at the Te Papa Museum.

High winds can make this one scary landing.