An eccentric inventor's castle home with its own indoor weather system.

"Mock all and sundry things, but leave the saints alone."

Scary metal statues adorn some of the signature buildings of Burlington, VT.

The highest peak in the state of Vermont has some interesting features.

Taste the white whiskey that the United States' first president once distilled and enjoyed.

For part of the year, this innovative greenhouse is painted white to keep the plants from getting scorched.

An Irish cemetery filled with victims of political strife and violent conflict, including the grave of Bobby Sands.

Ruined 11th century abbey built by King David I in Edinburgh, Scotland.

There are plenty of wonderful panoramic vistas in Edinburgh, but not many are hidden smack in the middle of the Old Town.

Philadelphia boasts one of the best — and most often overlooked — traditional Japanese gardens in North America.

A layered tribute to the work of mosaicist Isaiah Zagar.

According to the locals, the sands of this secluded Norway beach are infused with gemstone particles.

This pair of small sea rocks has been "wed" using rope and ancient Shinto tradition.

Museum showcases Japanese sexuality and some amazing ocean views.

A beautiful, dense forest in the shadow of Mount Fuji, with a tragic reputation.

The sound of swaying stalks in this stunning grove has been named a governmentally recognized sound.

An exquisite tunnel of cascading flowers.

On Japan's Tashirojima Island, cats are king.

A plaque outside the San Jose airport commemorates the insect's arrival to the West Coast.

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

Started as a kitchen garden, now the second largest botanical garden in the world.

A slice of central Asia in the middle of Berlin.

A heavenly experience, right here on Terra Firma.

Featuring a casually threatening atmosphere along with dessert and coffee to die for.