17th-century merchants in Bristol nailed their deals by placing money on these pedestals.

An ornate doorway leads to the former site of one of the city's oldest society of merchants.

A historic, reportedly haunted pub that provided inspiration for several famous adventure novels.

A 15th-century whalebone is tucked away in an unassuming corner of this medieval church.

This church is said to have connections to the Knights Templars.

A 142-foot-tall Q-tip on Bristol's skyline.

The largest stone circle in the world has ended up bringing up more questions than it has answered.

Famously misunderstood wonder of the ancient world

Ancient human remains unearthed around the iconic monument.

This hill and tower are steeped in legend, from King Arthur to the Holy Grail.

In the ruins of Glastonbury Abbey lies the alleged resting place of the legendary king.

Fascinating town where normal life interfaces with the occult.

This astronomical clock is the second oldest in England.

An allegorical statue of a giant pregnant woman representing justice and truth.

Sometimes an island, sometimes a rocky outcropping connected to the world by a tiny suspension bridge.

An ancient hotspot for spotting schools of fish.

This remote castle was built to be a wealthy businessman's palace of vice but is now simply a historic vacation cottage.

This tomb's name derives from a famous painting of a white horse found inside.

One of the most well-preserved temples of ancient Egypt.

These Egyptian statues have survived for 3,400 years and were an acoustic wonder of the ancient world.

Known as the Sistine Chapel of Egypt, this tomb houses some of the most well-preserved paintings in Egypt.

This indoor ski resort has a mountain contained inside a mall.

A preposterously luxurious hotel with gold-plated iPads, Rolls Royce chauffeurs, and a staff that trains by watching "Downton Abbey."

On any given day this sprawling market houses literally tons of government-regulated gold, gems, and precious metals.