Legend has it the commander of the defenders drew a fateful line in the dirt with his sword just before the final battle.

This simple frog painting created by musician Daniel Johnston embodies the spirit of Austin.

This massive oak tree has ties to the first native tribes of the region and the founders of Texas.

This stone windmill marks an old, mysterious homestead in what is now central Austin.

This 45-story tall abandoned skyscraper is the third tallest building in New Orleans and Lousiana.

An otherworldly musical haven in The Big Easy.

It's clear this abandoned Art Deco gem was no ordinary cleaners.

This abandoned Civil War fortress is slowly being swallowed by the waters of Lake Borgne.

Home to an endangered salamander, a full moon celebration, and a large spring-fed outdoor swimming pool.

The steel hull of a wrecked tug rests on Lobster Cove on Monhegan Island’s rocky southeastern shore.

The restaurant keeps a hidden séance room on the second floor and reserves a table for the spirit of the former owner each night.

This New Orleans tree is filled with hidden chimes that produce a carefully tuned melody.

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

This New Orleans statue of a portly figure in a goofy hat pays homage to a classic of satirical literature.

The beautiful, fruit-covered facade hints at this building's former life.

A house of courtship where the Jazz Age's most storied lovers got their start.

A prime example of New Orleans' unique architecture these early 20th century homes were built to look like steamboats.

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

This abandoned Navy base was transformed into an off-grid alternative living community for thousands of people.

A hand-built folk art installation covered with messages of God's love.

An off-grid art installation that encourages its visitors to imagine a world without waste.

Version of the French Riviera destroyed by the sea.

The ghostly remains of an accidental sea.

A stellar example of Art & Crafts architecture, and a movie set to boot.