This tiny patch of arid sand sits in one of the greenest states in the United States.

The world's largest rotating world.

This 1,700-pound edible sculpture is way better than your average chocolate mousse.

The once-abandoned 140-year-old hotel used in the movie "In Dreams."

One of 100 “Whaling Wall" murals painted in 13 different countries by a renowned marine life artist.

Once the future of underwater combat, this old sub is now open for visitors to muck around in.

Europe's oldest still-operational tea farm also boasts a spectacular view.

The most powerful waterfall in all of Europe.

This elegant arc of a waterfall marks a religious turning point.

In Northeastern Iceland lies something of an oxymoron: a steaming desert.

A sulfuric martian landscape that looks far better than it smells.

These ominous lava formations were said to be an entrance to the netherworld so of course they inspired a famous metal band.

Three columns of volcanic rock shoot out of the ocean.

Eerie ruins of an abandoned medieval fishing village crumble atop an unforgiving stretch of earth.

Instead of solid circles, the stoplights in this northern Icelandic town have glowing red hearts.

Akureyri is home to an oversized can of one of Iceland's favourite beers.

The world's first and only escalator for lazy bicycles and their daunted riders.

A favorite with sightseers, this Norwegian funicular provides easy access to a stunning view of Bergen and its environs.

Cairns built to bring travelers good luck stretch across the land like miniature stone mountains.

This fantastical waterfall is hidden in a cave located in a cracked cliff.

One of the now-less-hidden floral gems of the "Emerald Necklace."

This huge pile of volcanic boulders hides a stunning network of secret grottoes.

These former theme park figures have a new lease on life outside a water plant-turned-restaurant.

The largest island on the great salt lake is home to curious creatures and strange stories.