An incredibly salty lake inside the crater of an extinct volcano.

The sole surviving medieval street cross in Scarborough.

Believed to be the longest railway bench in the world.

One of Manchester’s museums has gathered and preserved British political paraphernalia covering over 200 years.

Unusual British home built to disguise a water tower.

The historic villages and towns of Suffolk are filled with wonky wooden beam houses painted an unusual shade of pink. Unknown to many though, this sweet shade has a bloody history.

This glass skywalk offers vertiginous views down the volcanic cliffs to the beach below.

These small, triangular, colorful houses are a staple of Madeira Island.

A lush oasis full of vibrant plants and striking geometric displays.

A micronation on an islet along the coast of a Portuguese island.

Men in rubber-soled boots serve as your "brakes" on this toboggan ride Hemingway described as "exhilarating."

A shrine-like museum entirely dedicated to soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo.

Crafted from ocean litter, this sculpture highlights the ills of overconsumption.

A rather grand, but tiny, folly on the banks of the River Wear associated with a Polish count.

These lamps were created to expel sewer gases after an event known as The Great Stink.

Hundreds of years ago, this lion-shaped door knocker could help a person accused of a crime find temporary safe haven in Durham Cathedral.

This library dates back to the late 17th century and was one of the first public lending libraries in England.

An abandoned tower once used to study the cosmos hides within a thicket of greenery.

Hidden behind a wall for decades, this masonic lodge was only rediscovered during renovations.

A herd of half-sized cow sculptures has stood in this part for nearly 50 years.

This suburban British town holds secrets that would have made the druids proud.

A historic Georgian building and warm springs.

This landmark Victorian folly rewards visitors with spectacular views over the Peak District.

In Warrington’s Golden Square, it's always tea time.