The highest point in Arizona is an oddly snow-topped peak within the otherwise arid state.

This 40-room dwelling tucked within a cliff was built by the basin's prehistoric residents.

Witnessing the might of this dessert-colored desert waterfall is a rare, powerful treat.

Open since 1938, this diner has kept its fountain, malt machine, and all the gum that greasers left beneath its counter.

A spiritual vortex among the red rocks in Sedona.

In this small Phoenix taxidermy emporium, you can find everything from a squid in a jar to a freeze-dried toad.

Eons ago, a rushing lava river formed this pristine passage through solid rock.

These elusive, isolated rodents evolved into a distinct, locally iconic subspecies.

The largest copper mine in Arizona, this enormous open pit emerges from the hills like an alien landscape.

All of the 20 occupied houses in this mostly abandoned town feature some curious display of junk art.

This abandoned horse racing track was an exercise in hubris from its inception.

Come for the pizza, stay for a performance on the world's largest theater pipe organ.

This whimsical group of statues is a favorite of children who love to climb all over Lewis Carroll's beloved characters.

Whisper secrets in a busy station only to be heard on the other side of this acoustic arch.

This lower Manhattan bar is set up in an old bank vault that rests beneath a skyscraper that hides even more historic splendor.

Dodge prohibitionists and slide through the telephone booth in Crif Dogs.

Tucked in the back of this amazing antique store is an important piece of medical history.

This interactive gallery makes you feel like you've stepped into a fantasy world filled with whimsical monsters.

This neo-Gothic former auto showroom is one of the few remaining reminders of Brooklyn's "Automobile Row."

First a horse rendering plant, then a 19th century landfill, this beach is full of glass from thousands upon thousands of broken bottles.

One of New York's best collections of pinball is hidden in a secret bar in the back of this laundromat.

A 140-year-old castle with underground caves hidden in San Francisco.

There is no trying to fall in love with this Star Wars fountain, you just do or do not.

New Orleans' famous cemetery, located on the site of a former race track.