A trailblazing sovereign nation tucked in the American state of Wisconsin.

A river with some unusual, and occasionally dangerous, habits.

A six-story-tall golden pyramid, surrounded by a moat.

Tribute to the famous Notre Dame football coach who died in a plane crash.

The original Garfield station is the oldest station facility on the "L", with the station house dating from 1892.

This picturesque stream was up until recently the site of a ten story mountain of slag and sewage.

This stunning gothic ruin was a casualty of the Indiana steel industry crash.

An 18th-century Catholic church converted into an eccentric temple of music and bacchanalia.

One of the oldest living oak trees in the Southeast.

Despite being burnt down multiple times, the ruins of this South Carolina church are still standing.

North America's oldest authentic African Village.

The remains of a chapel created for convenience.

The language and heritage of a nearly forgotten culture can still be explored in this Southern enclave.

World's second largest particle accelerator, where nature reveals its secrets.

Tucked away amongst townhomes lies a restored, early 20th-century tea house and garden, the only remains of a historic estate.

Home to a protest movement, a bombing, and a dramatic change in labor history.

Four glass boxes hover over 1,000 feet in the air to give visitors an unparalleled view of Chicago.

This morbid, delightful curiosity shop offers everything from animal bones to human teeth.

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

Try not to get slimed in Tribeca.

A quiet and contemplative oasis in the middle of New York's bustle and riot.

Unusual books about food and drink abound in this 19th-century New York townhouse.

Rummage through this sunken ship, but leave your scuba gear at home.

This semi-hidden Manhattan restaurant is based out of a loading dock.