These crudely shaped folk giants may be the the second most photographed statues in the U.S.

The center of the only hemisphere that awards visitors with a commemorative coin.

Climb to the top of the world's largest seated bronze Buddha.

The world's longest outdoor covered escalator system transports commuters through Hong Kong's hilly terrain.

Remnants of the most densely packed city in world history, that thrived on anarchy for 30 years.

The twin towers in this Chicago fountain use 50 foot tall video screens to spit on people.

This massive stained-glass masterpiece is thought to be the largest Tiffany dome in existence.

This picturesque cliffside beacon no longer calls to sailors but shines once a year in honor of a famous shipwreck.

A bizarre house filled with an astounding array of collections.

This taxidermic smorgasbord was co-created by an artist poached from the Museum of Natural History.

A massive ultra-modern church presents a science-fiction view of Catholicism's inclusive future.

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

The seawater playground of gilded-era San Francisco burned to the ground in 1966.

Oakland's beautiful monumental cemetery.

A palatial art deco restroom.

This symbolic piece of New Orleans architecture is also home to a few ghastly stories.

The second oldest continuously operating bar in Louisiana.

A snapshot of the city's fascinating voodoo culture.

This "second" cemetery represents New Orleans' attempt to keep cholera at bay.

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

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 expansive bridge in the Canadian wilderness was originally just built for friends.

Surprisingly Delicious Asian-Style Hot Dogs.

The highest point in Washington state is a volcano covered in glaciers.