This evocatively named natural crevasse was created by a torrent of water that smashed right through a granite deposit.

One of the world's first dedicated bank buildings in the world is now the oldest one.

When this 18th-century observatory's meridian was moved, it set Sweden's time back by 0.04 seconds.

The library's graceful rotunda is like a bibliophile's temple.

This Welsh village gave itself a ridiculous name in a publicity stunt a century ahead of its time.

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?

Edinburgh's oldest statue hides within a parking lot behind the city's iconic cathedral.

This beautifully situated lakeside Roman settlement was likely built during the reign of the Emperor Hadrian.

This 17th-century pub once had a hole in its wall so the neighboring blacksmith could easily access beer.

This building was once a town hall, a fire station, a prison, a dairy market, and the target for two marksmen.

England's largest white horse isn't even white.

This memorial to World War II's fallen airmen shows us the movements of the stars that once guided them.

This sculpture marks the spot where one of the greatest Roman rulers was proclaimed emperor.

Follow the original medieval paths that wind through this intriguing section of the city.

This innovative steam machine was no doubt the most famous of the pioneer locomotives.

The National Railway Museum in York is the largest railway museum in the world, attracting almost 1 million visitors per year.

The gloomy ruins that inspired Bram Stoker to bring Dracula to life.

These planks were originally installed to hold the dead.

These engineering masterpieces are a dominant feature of the Belfast skyline.

The only monument to name all of the passengers and crew who died on the RMS Titanic.

This 13th century Gothic brick castle is the largest in the world by surface area.

An extra-wide chair built to accommodate the former president's big behind.

Yale University's home for rare works, including the mysterious Voynich Manuscript.

The headquarters of the famous Yale society.