A giant bird sits atop a tower at one of the largest shopping centers in Brazil.

The pedestrian traffic signals in Brazil's teeming metropolis light up with clues to nearby landmarks.

A labyrinthine museum chronicling the history of African culture in Brazil.

This singular art museum in São Paulo is unique inside and out.

One of São Paulo's tight urban intersections has become a haven for graffiti artists ever since a single Batman started the trend.

Ella Fitzgerald, opera singer Enrico Caruso, and dancer Isadora Duncan all performed in this lavish, supposedly haunted theater.

A three-story, three-dimensional hobo clown in a tutu welcomes CVS shoppers.

A Looff creation in Santa Monica best described as “a California-Byzantine-Moorish-style fantasy.”

This well-traveled chess park offers scenic views of the pacific and a colorful, eclectic clientele.

Grab a latte at the birthplace of modern American skateboarding.

This distinctive Crescent City tradition dates back to the days of horse-drawn carriages.

An abandoned warehouse turned art sanctuary in New Orleans.

This bar named after the world's first mixed cocktail was home to one of New Orleans' most notorious politicians.

A 200-year-old building in the French Quarter that was to be Napoleon's home in the New World.

This symbolic piece of New Orleans architecture is also home to a few ghastly stories.

The only rotating bar in New Orleans has been slowly spinning since 1949.

A museum and shop on Bourbon Street located in the former home of the second Voodoo Queen of New Orleans.

Museum dedicated to the preservation of surf culture.

This monster board rode a monster wave to break two world records.

A small sculpture garden that provides a microcosmic representation of California.

The oldest liquor store in the country is a model of resilience and mischief.

“Live hard, ride fast, eat pizza” at this joint filled with Evel Knievel memorabilia.

A tunnel with windows, so you don't miss out on the impressive views.

These picturesque Hawaiian falls are home to a rare species of fish that uses a special sucker to climb up cliffs.