Every summer local children form "pysja patrols" to save young birds that have wandered from their nests.

If a glacial river suddenly diving into a sheer chasm via a dramatic, multi-stage waterfall isn't peak Iceland, it's certainly close.

The Icelandic Sea Monster Museum explores the area's history of aquatic cryptid sightings.

This valley of hot springs and boiling mud pots is home to the record-holding "Geysir," which originated the English word.

An encyclopedic collection of mammal penises.

The most powerful waterfall in all of Europe.

This elegant arc of a waterfall marks a religious turning point.

This modern monument to pagan belief looks like it was transported straight from ancient times.

Strange rock formations tower above the river that snakes through this enchanting Icelandic canyon.

Walk in the footsteps of the gods and straddle two tectonic plates.

Iceland's largest lagoon is home to stunning multi-colored icebergs.

One of the tallest buildings in Iceland, and perhaps, the most visually impressive.

This eye-popping Icelandic crater lake is surrounded by red volcanic rock.

This fantastical waterfall is hidden in a cave located in a cracked cliff.

The unique waterfall in Iceland's south features a backdrop of geometric black lava columns.

Medicinal spa created with the discharge from a geothermal energy plant.

David Sedaris called it "The greatest shop in the world."

The astonishing collection of an infamous criminologist.

Giant, pink stuffed rabbit on an Italian mountain.

Thousands of costumed dolls fill one of the world's creepiest museums.

This massive blockhead sculpture hides an entire library.

Artist's eccentric property excessively decorated with found objects and work of his own.

Avant garde house of Pierre Cardin on the Cote d’Azur.

Solar observatory doubles as a daring display of Expressionist architecture, much to Einstein's chagrin.