This 47-foot chile pepper sculpture welcomes Scoville heat unit obsessed tourists to the Big Chile Inn.

The state bird of New Mexico, constructed entirely out of garbage.

A prison-like structure guards the remains of a notorious Old West outlaw.

Where Santa Claus held up a Texas bank and started a statewide manhunt.

Elvis's own personal tropical hideaway.

This defunct, fortress-like prison has been the setting for several movies.

The site of the one of the most deadly train wrecks in American history.

The alley connecting two of country music’s most historic venues has a rich history of its own.

Lake within a lake.

A long-abandoned provincial prison left to crumble in the frigid air of Ontario.

The site of a 19th century "dream city" that almost rivaled Chicago before being swallowed by the Indiana sand dunes.

This bridge was constructed from the remains of the first Ferris wheel.

This midcentury chapel is a bold architectural statement and a symbol of Indiana's Lutheran heritage.

On the outskirts of San Antonio, a small bridge is said to be the home of a mysterious local legend known as the "Donkey Lady."

Ruins of a once-opulent grand Victorian resort.

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

Three hundred years of preserved Spanish colonial history in San Antonio.

"They died with their boots on."

One of many reminders of Tesla's scientific contributions overlooks the falls which inspired him.

One of Mother Nature’s geological gems, home to many prehistoric fossils.

A castle built for love, and abandoned due to heartbreak.

Considered by many to be one of the most dangerous highways in Alaska.

The collection includes seven one-of-a-kind automobiles, vintage fashion, and more.

A trading post in the North Pole where children send letters.