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The Bells

A crumbling stone stable and carriage house are all that remain of a manse that was once filled with Egyptian artifacts.

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Newport Cliff Walk

Three and a half miles of cliffs, rocky beaches, Gilded Age mansions and 40 Steps to nowhere in particular.

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Carey Mansion

Rhode Island Mansion used for the Collinwood exteriors in the original "Dark Shadows" series.

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The Swiss Village

A railroad magnate's replica village has become home to a genetic seed bank for rare breeds of livestock.

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Newport Tower

Mysterious stone tower featured in many alternative histories of the New World.

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The White Horse Tavern

The oldest still-operating tavern in the United States was once owned by a pirate.

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Rose Island Lighthouse

You can spend the night as an honorary lighthouse keeper in this quaint, historic beacon.

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Belcourt Castle

60-room castle constructed by a horse racing heir.

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The Mysterious Carving at the Church Where JFK Got Married

It was uncovered during an organ restoration.

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