This valley of hot springs and boiling mud pots is home to the record-holding "Geysir," which originated the English word.

The most powerful waterfall in all of Europe.

A trio of hidden hot tubs takes advantage of Iceland's natural geothermal vents.

These ominous lava formations were said to be an entrance to the netherworld so of course they inspired a famous metal band.

Three columns of volcanic rock shoot out of the ocean.

This elegant arc of a waterfall marks a religious turning point.

An encyclopedic collection of mammal penises.

Iceland's largest lagoon is home to stunning multi-colored icebergs.

One of the tallest buildings in Iceland, and perhaps, the most visually impressive.

This volcanic cave lake is essentially hard proof that Iceland is the most magical place on Earth.

This fantastical waterfall is hidden in a cave located in a cracked cliff.

Staves, storm-calling, and of course, necropants.

The unique waterfall in Iceland's south features a backdrop of geometric black lava columns.

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

Wild West history in Hollywood style.

This opulent hotel has been visited by Spider-Man, Charlie's Angels, and the Ghostbusters.

Where the line between entertainment and aerospace blurs.

The L.A. Zoo has a secret garden of rare bootleg cycads, a palm specimen dating back 280 million years.

World-famous, Pink's still manages to keep its prized cult fetish status.

The final resting place of a space program monolith.

Historic funicular railway, believed to be the shortest railroad in the world.

A prohibition-style speakeasy takes up residence in the last Victorian residence in Hollywood.

Venue for strange sideshow displays and musical acts.

"Looks so real, it's scary!"