Marking the spot where a conquistador gave up his search for the fabled Seven Cities of Gold.

The site of one of the strangest disasters in history—a wave of deadly molasses traveling at 35 mph.

A recreation of the doomed ocean liner in the middle of the Smoky Mountains.

A table rock formation that has been intriguing West Virginians for years.

Despite being a perfectly pleasant place to be, Loyalton can't seem to attract any visitors.

This rugged area of red rocks and arches is often considered one of the most beautiful places on Earth.

A breathtaking array of ancient Pueblo structures and artifacts counterintuitively preserved by neglect.

A historic covered bridge, only one of two remaining in North Carolina.

The site of one of history's most indelible and horrific tragedies.

The final resting place and once home of the Bandit Queen of the West.

A wunderkammer hidden on the top floor of the Hartford statehouse.

A mining town once rife with murderous disputes over its copious treasures now creates income as a popular spot for photo shoots.

Two mammoth statues inspired by equally tall tales lure tourists to this roadside attraction.

One of the most accessible undersea plane wrecks in the world.

This recently rediscovered Civil War-era submarine was the first to ever sink an enemy ship.