Home to a protest movement, a bombing, and a dramatic change in labor history.

The intricate stonework of Machu Picchu serves as a testament to Incan engineers.

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

Europe's largest prehistoric mound – burial site of a legendary king?

America's oldest archaeological site or a muddled case of wishful thinking.

Turns out you can see the world without ever leaving Maine.

The highest point in the state of New Hampshire, and while unlikely "the worst weather in the world," it sure seems that way to hikers.

The biggest museum dedicated to insects in North America, one of the largest in the world.

City law dictates that this mountaintop cathedral containing the heart of a saint is to remain the tallest building in town.

A Montreal deli that was so beloved that it was allowed to circumvent their laws of language.

A grand Gothic Revival basilica with stained glass depictions of Montreal's religious history has only one soul resting in its crypt.

This stately building in Alexandria, Virginia was built by Freemasons to honor one of their most famous members.

Headquarters of the legendary clairvoyant's readings, spiritual hospital, and massage school.

The maritime museum that boasts the largest nautical library in the western hemisphere.

America's most famous piece of self-built architecture.

A sign at the end of the Santa Monica Pier marks the traditional end of the legendary American highway.

A Masterpiece with a Tragic History.

Sports history, made in the Arroyo Seco.

This former stomping grounds of the most eminent astronomers of the early 20th century.

Hollywood's most famous landmark, the "temporary" sign that has stood for decades longer than intended.

Thousands of turbines whir at at the origin of North American wind power.

This Nevada lake holds its titular natural pyramid and, if the legends are true, a number of dangerous spirits.

A hotel and restaurant serving as the mecca of kitsch.

A chain of bells connect the California Missions and honor the legend of the "King’s Highway."