Out of a desire to feed hungry soldiers, a franchise-altering idea was born.

This Boeing KC-97 tanker is now a restaurant for aviation lovers.

An 18th-century townhouse that once hosted guests of the president.

This grave marks the final resting place of pioneer John Chapman, better known as Johnny Appleseed.

Despite its lavish ornamentation, and wholesome lifestyle of its devotees, this mountain commune has faced its share of issues.

The world's largest commercially available hamburger is complete with 15 pounds of lettuce, 30 pounds of bacon, and 36 pounds of cheese.

First a root beer ad, then a golf course clubhouse, and finally a massive teapot.

Where beautiful signs live on forever.

The site of Neil Armstrong's first flight is marked by a full on replica of the moon landers.

Cleveland's giant "free" stamp is a nod to the Civil War, but was misinterpreted for years.

This Czar-funded, onion-domed, lavishly muraled Orthodox Church played a starring role in "The Deer Hunter."

The bad-ass ride of a soul legend, housed in one of the world's few soul museums.

These mysterious ancient stone spheres were created by a civilization lost to time and are now mostly lawn ornaments.

This Costa Rican chapel is the most metal church in the world, literally.

This house designed by Frank Lloyd and Louis Sullivan was destroyed twice and reconstructed to near original condition.

One of the only Florida forts to remain in the hands of the Union all through the Civil War still stands as a historic stronghold.

This now-deactivated naval base defended the Florida coast for centuries.

Florida’s half-sized replica of the Vietnam Veterans Wall.

A peculiar mansion built by the troubled heir to the Winchester Rifle Company fortune.

This Memphis recording studio launched the careers of Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, and Elvis Presley.

Circus cemetery for all the “showmen under God’s big top.”

This mosaic-covered bar is brimming with curated curios.

The red brick house where the father of rock 'n' roll wrote some of his classic hits.

A chessmaster's dream destination.