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A Soviet-era health spa complete with radioactive bathing and shock therapy.
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In the Florida Keys, a marine biologist discovered a bit of debris that had become a cephalopod dwelling.
Maldonado, Uruguay
Because sometimes the most efficient route from A to B isn't a straight line.
Newburgh, Scotland
One of the youngest whisky distilleries in Scotland may also be the country’s oldest.
Manila, Philippines
This historic Art Deco building embellished with local tropical fruits had fallen into disrepair before a recent restoration.
Milan, Italy
A Milanese café entirely designed by the American director Wes Anderson.
Darjeeling, India
Inside this Darjeeling museum, you can see a pair of boots that once stood at the top of the world.
Los Angeles, California
A 1950s Googie burger stand is now a Los Angeles landmark.
Saint Petersburg, Russia
This effigy of Peter the Great is greatly disproportionate.
Pernik, Bulgaria
A dragon-shaped fountain that is said to dispense healing water—unless you're evil.
Monterrey, Mexico
Its collection features not only Christian-themed art but also works made by members of the clergy.
Manila, Philippines
The first building in the Philippines with an elevator.
La Louvière, Belgium
This surprising work of art reminds us that La Louvière was once home to one of Europe’s most famous stoneware factories.
Ellijay, Georgia
This hillside mushroom farm shares land with a Buddhist monastery.
Næstved, Denmark
Honoring a local founder, this tiny tribute once vanished under mysterious circumstances.
Ellijay, Georgia
Measuring 100-feet tall, the Gennett Poplar is the second-tallest tree in Georgia.
Liverpool, England
One of the largest objects salvaged from the famous sunken passenger ship.
Dublin, Ireland
Collection of still-functioning printing presses from the 18th to 20th centuries.
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