A life-sized mammoth sculpture marks the spot where the remains of a Columbian mammoth were discovered in 2005.

One of the largest Marian shrines on the West Coast stands rather unexpectedly in Silicon Valley.

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

An extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts and mummies.

A peculiar mansion built by the troubled heir to the Winchester Rifle Company fortune.

This restaurant's marvelous musical machines include a self-playing violin.

More than 700 species live within this murky marvel of a swamp on California's coast.

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."

The oldest structure in a beachside California city was built to serve eight students.

What began as an illegal art installation has become a symbol for unity, ocean awareness, and coastline preservation.

These unusual houses look like giant boats that washed ashore on a residential street.

A Romanesque sanctuary of calm amid the bustle of downtown Los Angeles.

This 1920s masterpiece of French Quarter architecture hides a secret tunnel used by Albert Einstein.

This bizarre hotel on historic Route 66 has been plagued by rumors of paranormal activity.

This unique bed and breakfast was first constructed during the 1800s by a Russian immigrant family.

An old railroad grade built for the construction of Hoover Dam is now a recreational trail featuring several tunnels and sweeping views of Lake Mead.

In one of the hottest parts of the Mojave Desert, shallow bedrock forces the typically dry Mojave River to the surface in this canyon, providing a vital oasis for humans and wildlife.

A non-native grove of 241 redwoods in Southern California.

A lawless town deep in Death Valley was famous for its riches and death rate.

Located in the remote Monitor Valley, this travertine bowl contains a scalding pool of water.

This naturally heated mountainous creek has created a group of neon blue pools of potentially deadly boiling water.

Eons old volcanic activity created one of the most stunning rock formations in the United States.

More than 25 fully functional scale replicas of famous lighthouses dot the shores of Lake Havasu.

This former open-pit manganese mine is now a massive graffiti canvas.