This stone windmill marks an old, mysterious homestead in what is now central Austin.

World's smallest skyscraper, the product of a remarkable con.

This massive oak tree has ties to the first native tribes of the region and the founders of Texas.

Official museum, hall of fame, and repository of the Texas Rangers.

A small "palace" and museum made of, and devoted entirely, to salt.

Modern technology and live displays tell the story of the Pacific during WWII for the Internet generation.

Legend has it the commander of the defenders drew a fateful line in the dirt with his sword just before the final battle.

Some islands... they come, they go, especially on Lake Travis.

Two small markers remember the Alamo's feline protectors.

Home to an endangered salamander, a full moon celebration, and a large spring-fed outdoor swimming pool.

An ivy-covered arch bridge dedicated to Tejano music singer and legend Rosita Fernandez.

This simple frog painting created by musician Daniel Johnston embodies the spirit of Austin.

Belly up to the bar in Cowtown, don't forget to buy some boots.

255 feet of suds, scrubbers, and blow dryers.

A Texas museum filled with Broncos and Betties.

Minimalist modern art on a repurposed military base in rural Texas.

This water tower slanted at an uncomfortable angle off the old Route 66 was an ingenious marketing ploy.

This old abandoned sign flickers to announce a motel that isn't even there.

Foragers once flocked to this big beautiful bayou to hunt for pearls.

Crumbling hotel echoes with the sounds of the '30s.

The 40-foot-tall votive candle is the largest of its kind.

The only international border marker within the United States.

A spring-fed pool so deep it's used for scuba diving as well as swimming.

In Paris, Texas they have their own Eiffel Tower, it just has a cowboy hat on it.