Ann Arbor, Michigan
Wave Field
These grassy undulations on a stretch of University of Michigan campus aren't bad landscaping, they're art.
Places I've been
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Ann Arbor, Michigan
These grassy undulations on a stretch of University of Michigan campus aren't bad landscaping, they're art.
Washington, D.C.
This statue of the "father of television" stands prominently in the United States Capitol.
Washington, D.C.
Where you can hail your favorite fictional commanders-in-chief.
Ann Arbor, Michigan
These gardens recreate unique and endangered Michigan habitats.
Lookout Mountain, Georgia
A bizarre roadside attraction and the first instance of miniature golf in the world.
Hanoi, Vietnam
Home of the unusual art of water puppetry, one of Vietnam's oldest curiosities.
Bled, Slovenia
On a small Slovenian island, diners can mix and match a classic cake into dozens of sweet and savory flavor combinations.
Ljubljana, Slovenia
A whimsical bridge adorned with decorative dragons.
Ljubljana, Slovenia
A public work of art that also provides some relief from the summer heat.
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Strange rumors surround the artist who created these solemn metal guard dogs.
Predjama, Slovenia
Castle and secret tunnel withstood a siege until its owner was killed by the Holy Roman Empire, while sitting on the toilet.
Postojna, Slovenia
A miniature train-ride through Slovenia's largest cave system.
Radovljica, Slovenia
This Slovenian museum houses the country's largest collection of painted beehive panels.
Bled, Slovenia
This one-time health resort was used by aristocrats around the world.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
One of Vietnam's only mosques pays tribute to the country's Muslim minority.
Bangkok, Thailand
This enormous gold Buddha statue was hidden inside a stucco decoy for centuries.
Bangkok, Thailand
This dazzling Buddhist temple was constructed from over one million ceramic tiles salvaged from a British shipwreck.
Darwin, Minnesota
17,400 lbs., 12 feet in diameter, and 29 years in the making.
Clear Lake, Iowa
A giant pair of thick black glasses mark the tragic demise of a trio of rock and roll legends.
Austin, Minnesota
Ever wanted to can Spam?
Rochester, Minnesota
This water tower has been a staple of the Rochester skyline since 1931.
Nashville, Tennessee
Buttermilk biscuits so nice, you'll say “yay” twice.
Nashville, Tennessee
Dinosaurs invade a suburban Nashville neighborhood.
Los Angeles, California
In a city filled with Frank Gehry buildings, one stands out as one of the architect's weirder works.