An excursion train traverses a picturesque red-rock canyon along the Verde River.

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

One of the U.K's earliest public water supplies is within the "plague village."

Eyam took steps to quarantine themselves and keep the plague from spreading.

Once a training ground for Olympic athletes, this artificial ski slope has fallen into ruin after a fire in 2012.

The whimsical twist of this spire was either caused by the Devil, an unexpected virgin, or lead.

A preserved 18th century steel factory.

Semi-precious Blue John stones have been mined in this cavern system for centuries.

A magnificent winding road through a steep valley, with deep natural caverns at the bottom

Seat of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire for centuries.

A headstone notes where the most famous of Robin Hood's legendary Merry Men is reportedly buried.

The world's oldest model village.

A theatre built to house the rowdy Oxford graduation ceremonies became the stage for a debate about God's existence.

At 130 years old and 126 feet tall, it is the largest known example of the rare Torrey pine tree.

The unusual patterns in this rock formation result from two distinct modes of weathering.

Settled by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1859, this abandoned frontier town has appeared in several films.

This stunning sea creature-shaped home blends into the landscape like a fantasy villa.

The home of one of California's most important horticulturalists wilts amidst a lovely park.

A unique local art exhibit that has continued to grow since 1989.

This house is a mosaic of tiled artwork sourced from local artists.

Happy harbor seals frolic and snooze on this warm, sandy stretch of coast.

L. Frank Baum wrote part of the "Wizard of Oz" series in this wooden Victorian beach resort.

This dark, quiet forest on the outskirts of San Diego is dense with rumor and lore.

What began as an illegal art installation has become a symbol for unity, ocean awareness, and coastline preservation.