The oldest museum in Russia is home to a fascinating collection of nearly two million anthropological artifacts and anatomical curiosities.

Palace where the nearly un-killable Rasputin was murdered.

A subterranean house of worship carved right out of the bedrock.

Architecturally stunning library serves as the hub of Finnish scholarly life and culture.

The only Civil War battle in Washington D.C. took place near this highest natural point in the city.

At 207 feet, one of the world's longest continuous escalators.

The site of the climactic scene from the classic horror film is now a historic landmark.

Home to items never before seen by the public.

Light bulbs, scrap wood, and tinfoil comprise this homemade throne of the gods.

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

Holding multiple historical boats and an entire 19th century village, this New England attraction is the largest maritime museum in the world.

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

Quirky castle designed by the American actor best known for portraying Sherlock Holmes on stage.

A former copper mine which became a truly unsuccessful prison.

The former home of Samuel Clemens and family remembers the happiest period of the author's life.

When ecosystems collide in the arid Southwest.

Thanks to a quirk of elevation this gift shop produces magic doughnuts that are found nowhere else on Earth.

Strange red rock formations that have been attributed to a higher power for hundreds of years.

The final resting place of American icon Buffalo Bill, and a museum that aids in telling his tale.

Wall to wall taxidermy at Denver's oldest and most exotic steakhouse.

A downtown park built on top of unclaimed graves.