Stepping away from the glitz of mobsters and casinos to learn about the other history of Vegas.

The neon signs from Las Vegas' past find their final resting place at this unusual graveyard.

Hike amid the palm trees that thrive among Southern California's Indio Hills.

This wilderness hike to a waterfall has an unlikely beginning in suburban Reno.

Scores of vintage street lamps shine along L.A.’s Miracle Mile.

A sign at the end of the Santa Monica Pier marks the traditional end of the legendary American highway.

A giant donut stands as a popular symbol of Los Angeles iconography.

Her final resting place was intended to be modest and private, but the power of her popularity continues to draw visitors.

Hollywood's most famous landmark, the "temporary" sign that has stood for decades longer than intended.

The L.A. Zoo has a secret garden of rare bootleg cycads, a palm specimen dating back 280 million years.

The neighborhood shop is a sort of tiny cactus museum full of exotic specimens you can take home.

Crypt mausoleum in cathedral's basement contains relics of third century Roman martyr, Saint Vibiana.

Historic funicular railway, believed to be the shortest railroad in the world.

It should come as no surprise that the best view of the Hollywood sign is from Batman's lair.

A 250 million-year-old rock formation has earned a rather unique nickname.

Traversing these canyons, visitors can take in stunning views and glimpses of the region's history.

This old-world mansion with lush gardens is a gem in the heart of Silicon Valley.

A classically inspired temple in Redwood City.

An ominous concrete cube cuts a dystopian silhouette atop this California mountain.

This concrete ship has had four careers - World War I tanker, floating amusement park, fishing pier, and artificial reef.

It should come as no surprise that the world's largest artichoke lies in the town that calls itself the "Artichoke Center of the World."

At night, this glittering musical tunnel draws skaters and photographers.

Historical trolley restoration and operation at History San Jose, Kelly Park.

The largest permanent Monopoly board makes one of the longest games even bigger.