This extraordinary Depression-era expenditure was modeled after a postcard of a Mediterranean hotel.

The Midwestern United States' tribute to Michelangelo is a foam statue sprayed with gaudy gold paint.

Building this tragically pointless stone barrier cost the lives of the prisoners made to build it.

One Costa Rican island is so beset by illegal shark poachers that the local rangers have built an entire bridge with their confiscated gear .

Atlanta's strange assortment of concrete pillars inspires reflection in some, confusion in others.

A psychedelic tribute to one of Georgia's most unique artistic visionaries, out of place and time in the heart of Atlanta.

Each of these 87 large stones has a unique message. Together, they form part of the Minnesota Military Family Tribute.

A piece of solitude and tranquility in the heart of East Saint Paul.

This ancient theater, restored in the 20th century, lives on as a venue for dramatic and musical performances.

A gigantic statue of a Russian soldier watches over the ancient city of Plovdiv, a prominent reminder of the Soviet period in Bulgaria.

Rare and gorgeous birds abound in this protected wildlife sanctuary.

New Plymouth, Idaho is the only U-shaped town in the United States.

A former gold rush boomtown has managed to stay in business for over 100 ramshackle years.

Birdhouses, peacocks, animal sculptures, and a graveyard are all found along this eclectic nature trail.

When in Idaho, sleep in a giant potato.

These black pillars of volcanic basalt seem to call mountain climbers with an unbreakable siren song.

Jail from the 19th century that was built by inmates.

This pop-culture shop also offers the chance to become part of their favorite tv show or movie.

Boise State's stadium was the first non-green football field in the world.

This work of art by Matthew Mazzotta resides in this park dedicated to the first black legislator in Idaho.

Historic Hull Street was actually the first street with a proper name in the Boston area.

The American Revolution was galvanized into serious action due to the tragic clash with British soldiers that occurred at this location.

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

This small glass cube is a peaceful out-of-the-way sanctuary at the busy airport.