A semi-abandoned replica of Prince Edward Island's Avonlea—in Japan.

A beautiful, dense forest in the shadow of Mount Fuji, with a tragic reputation.

One of the world's largest tanks mimics the experience of watching rare whale sharks, giant rays, and deep sea creatures from the ocean floor.

This whimsical Oz-themed park had a wonderful impact on the surrounding neighborhood.

Non-profit time travel mart sells goods you would need for a trip through the fourth dimension.

This rare tortoise skeleton has been hanging around the downtown Los Angeles museum for over a century.

Julia Morgan's Moorish-Gothic labyrinth of fountains, trees, natural light and Oakland's notable dead.

Dive bar built out of the remains of a whaling ship.

This historic "City of the Dead" lies prominently in the center of New Orleans' famous Garden District.

The second oldest continuously operating bar in Louisiana.

A snapshot of the city's fascinating voodoo culture.

A museum and shop on Bourbon Street located in the former home of the second Voodoo Queen of New Orleans.

The oldest cemetery in New Orleans, resting peacefully for over 200 years now.

Formerly known as National D-Day Museum, this collection commemorates the battles of Normandy and WWII.

The final resting place of New Orleans' most famous voodoo priestess.

In 2010, Nicolas Cage purchased two plots in this cemetery using one to construct this strange pyramid mausoleum.

A 200-year-old building in the French Quarter that was to be Napoleon's home in the New World.

A small park on Bourbon Street features life-size bronze statues of New Orleans musicians.

According to one local tradition, the entrance to the Voodoo underworld can be found in New Orleans through seven gates scattered throughout the city's French Quarter.

A 200-year-old bar in the historic French Quarter refuses to give up its place in history, nor its role in securing ours.

This bar named after the world's first mixed cocktail was home to one of New Orleans' most notorious politicians.

1,001 carved statues of the Buddhist God of Mercy, each with a unique face.

An unlikely hit, this museum is dedicated to the inventor of instant ramen and cup noodles.

This 700-year-old street food market features baby octopus and soy donuts.