This desert oddity hides in plain sight thanks to a cartographic error and a desert explorer with a punny sense of humor.

A hard-to-reach oasis in a desolate corner of Death Valley National Park.

Rare collectibles from automated musical instruments to 250 unique automobiles.

The final resting place of one of Hollywood’s most prolific and talented actors is on the grounds of a California Mission.

According to legend it was a nap taken under this tree that kicked off the California Gold Rush.

The former home of silent film star Harry Carry.

This Southern Californian Conservation Center is home to singing and howling apes.

Finale of "William Tell Overture" can be heard as drivers pass over grooves in the road.

"The Star Factory" cranked out Hollywood stars like nobody's business.

A Community Cornerstone.

A newspaper building that made radio history.

One of Hollywood’s favorite government buildings.

A commonwealth favorite in the heart of Pasadena.

Political debates in a fabulous Pasadena castle.

A cobblestone alley with an interesting past.

From silent movie theater to rock &roll palace and beyond.

The simple auditorium that launched a pop icon's career into the stratosphere.

Inspiring Earthlings to Boldly Go.

This 1920s masterpiece of French Quarter architecture hides a secret tunnel used by Albert Einstein.

Victoriana on Orange Grove Avenue.

This bizarre hotel on historic Route 66 has been plagued by rumors of paranormal activity.

The 10-foot-wide Long Beach home was built on a dare.

These four islands right offshore have waterfalls, colorful lights, fancy buildings, and a secret purpose.

One doctor's retirement plan included opening this award-winning Mexican-Indian eatery on the ground floor of a hospital.