Right beyond the Uzbekistan-Tajikistan border lies the oldest human settlement in Central Asia.

Tulsa's historic skyscrapers define the oil boom era of Art Deco construction, and are known for their ornate arched lobbies.

A time capsule from 1934 Rhodesia, showing the grace and disgrace of a bygone era.

Founded by Cliff Barackman of 'Finding Bigfoot' fame, this museum is dedicated to the study of North America's unacknowledged hairy woodland hominids.

A giant metal mosquito prepares to feast.

This bottle-shaped monument pays tribute to the Appalachian drink that changed the pace of human life.

These structures hanging over the water's surface are traditional fishing machines.

This wooden statue commemorates a man who spent nearly 40 years waving hello to the people of Laguna Beach.

This 15-foot-tall sculpture stands vigil at the back entrance to the largest public park in western Massachusetts.

An authentic Dutch windmill, built in the Netherlands and shipped to Wisconsin.

This replica pays tribute to the first powered and sustained flight in the United Kingdom and the eccentric aviator who enabled it.

This pavement line and accompanying statue commemorates the starting point for the world's oldest annual marathon.

A beautiful bronze statue of the greatest fossil hunters of the 19th century.

This unique blend of Japanese and Western architecture provides a glimpse into the lives of the Japanese elites who once ruled Taiwan.

The most magical part of this Latin American and Caribbean art museum is a room covered in beautiful blue tiles from floor to ceiling.

A life-sized statue commemorating the former manager of Ipswich's football team.

Safely view the Soufrière Hills volcano, which has been erupting since 1995.

The metal bird, nicknamed "Sandy," stands nearly 40 feet tall and is an homage to the birds that migrate through South Dakota every year.

Two Indiana icons are honored at this tiny museum, which features the world's largest collection of James Dean memorabilia.

A small statue shaped like the grill of a Rolls-Royce marks the suburban location where the company’s first automobiles were manufactured.

Over 80 years old, this hand-dug tunnel is a Chinese-style portal to another world.

An unexpected alley with light shows and nature views.

An elegant church is home to a remarkably detailed mosaic floor depicting the Garden of Eden.

Home of an amateur telescope-making club that has been gathering at this Vermont site for more than a century.