Soaring over 6,000 feet in the Bavarian Alps, this beer garden was once Hitler's 50th birthday present.

A tall karst islet popularized by 007.

This elephant kraal is the only one remaining in Thailand, dating back to the 16th century when these massive mammals were integral players in war and trade.

The oldest still-operating tavern in the United States was once owned by a pirate.

The idyllic colonial home of the artist behind the famous portraits of George Washington and Thomas Jefferson.

Ironically this massive termite is the mascot for a company that is acclaimed for killing his kind.

This blue behemoth of a bear is a colorful homage to Brown University's mascot.

250-year-old farm now features sculptures, a petting zoo and a hippy-bazaar.

This lighthouse was witness to the end of WWII hostilities and now collects creepy cairns.

To avoid the demolition costs this abandoned drawbridge was simply left in the up position.

A railroad magnate's replica village has become home to a genetic seed bank for rare breeds of livestock.

A crumbling stone stable and carriage house are all that remain of a manse that was once filled with Egyptian artifacts.

Three and a half miles of cliffs, rocky beaches, Gilded Age mansions and 40 Steps to nowhere in particular.

Final resting place of one of the classic authors of horror literature.

Last residence of H.P. Lovecraft featured in his story "The Haunter of the Dark."

Abandoned Coast Artillery fort now serves as graffiti canvas and sightseeing vantage point.