This wild explosion of color on a disused water tower tells the whimsical tale of a curious puffin.

A stratovolcano located in the south of Iceland, with a long history of charted activity and a rich mythology attached.

This valley of hot springs and boiling mud pots is home to the record-holding "Geysir," which originated the English word.

Learn about Iceland's hidden folk at this school dedicated to the study of elves.

A winding, blood-red tunnel of hardened lava navigable by foot.

Walk in the footsteps of the gods and straddle two tectonic plates.

Panorama exhibition hall in old silent theater with a beautiful backyard garden.

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

Relics of the 1894 Midwinter Exposition continue to delight visitors today.

An artsy hidden staircase leads to breathtaking views of San Francisco.

Curios, scientific antiques, oddities for sale.

Learn all about this iconic air rifle without putting an eye out.

The strange and snarky traditions of the lumber industry's fraternal order began with five men waiting for a train here in Arkansas.

This museum is dedicated to the history and design of purses.

The mysterious empty cupola behind the monumental arch points to an ancient prophecy of Delhi.

This sprawling stronghold has been at the center of some of South India's bloodiest wars.

A mecca for India's Jains.

Centuries-old bridges grown from tangled roots.

An eclectic mix of influences rot together in harmony in this India necropolis.

Whimsical cartoon cars suspended on posts soar over an automotive shop.

This little gem of a museum is a hidden jewel filled with prehistoric treasures.

Nestled in the heart of Milan is a real wunderkammer of morbid curiosities.

The train platform where Jews were sent to concentration camps is now preserved as a Holocaust memorial.

Before there were doorbells this bronze ear was installed for visitors to announce their arrival.