In paradise, feral pigs have claimed an island all to themselves.

"X" marks the spot of an echo chamber in the middle of a plaza.

The largest treasure hoard in Europe is contained in a castle that was bombed out during World War II.

Tucked away inside a historic Savannah hotel is a hundred-year history presented in ladies' lids.

The first public building in Savannah to offer air conditioning was a luxurious cinema that still operates today.

A historic canal winds through a unique, swampy landscape.

More than a century after her death, Little Gracie Watson remains one of Savannah's most often-visited residents.

A once-groundbreaking power plant turned into a hotel and mini-museum of archeological and geological wonders.

This kitschy tavern is also home to rare early editions of "Treasure Island."

This quirky curiosity shop takes its cues from the world's bazaars.

One of the American Southwest's most extensive collections of Navajo rock art.

A phenomenal assembly of pueblos in New Mexico is the most complete example of ancient ruins north of the border.

Seemingly grown on some other world, these New Mexico rock formations look like a disused science fiction set.

The land is full of geologic eye candy, such as otherworldly spires, mushroom-shaped hoodoos, and prehistoric fossils.

A winding stairway to a secluded beach in a residential neighborhood.

The remains of the worst maritime disaster in the history of the "Graveyard of the Pacific."

Cascading outward, this waterfall creates the appearance of a flowing veil.

At least 14 twice-retired ships were sunk to make a lovely rusting breakwater in Comox Harbour.

A high point in Vancouver kitsch.

The frozen bubbles that form on the icy surface of this Canadian lake contain enough methane to create a small explosion.

This former iron ore mine comes alive with fascinating stories of its history.

A colorful hidden village of the fair folk.

A rescue facility that caters specifically to wolf-dog hybrids, and educates about these unique animals.

This famous church is adorned by a mural commemorating the independence of Vatican City.