This strange seaside tower got its name from a wealthy eccentric who would hide coins among its stones.

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

Hollywood's most famous landmark, the "temporary" sign that has stood for decades longer than intended.

Giant Redwood-themed cafeteria operates under the golden rule, "Dine Free Unless Delighted."

America's most famous piece of self-built architecture.

The ghostly remains of an accidental sea.

A trash dump made beautiful by nature's power.

It should come as no surprise that the best view of the Hollywood sign is from Batman's lair.

The legendary building that needed ghostly approval before being built.

This iconic L.A. bookshop is housed in an abandoned bank—both symbolic and chic.

This historic collection of Native Alaskan artifacts was resurrected through a partnership between the WPA and tribal artisans.

A rare chance to get up close and personal with a 13-mile ribbon of ice near downtown Juneau.

The king of U.S. high points towers over every other peak on the continent.

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

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

"Girl in a Wetsuit" is what happens when a sculptor has to find a way around a 100 year old copyright.

This massive mall has hundreds of shops, an amusement park, and a history of deadly amusement attractions.

This natural wonder is disappearing at an alarming rate.

Few other hotels can rival the grandeur of the Castle in the Rockies.

The capital of the Cayman Islands is a center of offshore banking, but gets battered by blistering hurricanes.

The birthplace of the very first human resident born in Antarctica.

An awe-inspiring mosque in Morocco with one of the tallest minarets in the world.

Founded as a refugee camp, now a popular tourist spot.

Local lore says a serpent-like beast lurks in the deep basin below the falls.