The symbol was surreptitiously built into the river bank by German prisoners of war.

This ruined fort and statue are a testament to the last king of Kaua‘i’s savvy diplomacy skills, which briefly brought Russians to Hawai‘i.

When life gives you Prohibition, open a bar in Juárez.

Two small markers remember the Alamo's feline protectors.

Legend has it the commander of the defenders drew a fateful line in the dirt with his sword just before the final battle.

This gas station offers wine tastings and craft beer.

One of the few places where you can visit a cenote and Maya ruins at the same time.

Modern technology and live displays tell the story of the Pacific during WWII for the Internet generation.

This innocuous New Mexico storefront was once the secret jump-off spot for Manhattan Project scientists.

A famous flea market artist's studio that's full of odds and ends.

A beautiful red-faced slot canyon in northern New Mexico.

Eat like pre-Columbian Native Americans in this New Mexico restaurant within the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center.

Owned by Native American women, this brewery is a celebration of indigenous culture in the American Southwest.

A 6,888-carat piece of turquoise that bears a striking resemblance to the first President of the United States.

The home of famed war correspondent Ernie Pyle is now a library and museum dedicated to his memory.

A burnt-out motel with priceless Native American artwork in the basement, redeveloped into apartments.

Pay homage to a mysterious feline artifact outside of this Florida museum.