This candy shop has been serving up sweets to the Louisville area since the 1850s.

This 19th century mansion façade adorned with immigrant patriotism is a symbol of Louisville’s history.

The oldest operating Mississippi River–style steamboat still navigates the Ohio River.

The Midwestern United States' tribute to Michelangelo is a foam statue sprayed with gaudy gold paint.

The grave of the iconic Kentucky Fried Chicken mascot features a bust of the man behind the goatee.

The largest cemetery in Louisville is the final resting place of Col. Sanders and Muhammad Ali.

One of the greatest boxers and humanitarians to ever live chose his hometown as his final resting place.

Unique and somewhat surreal, this little girl's memorial depicts a playful Jesus.

The only building in Louisville (hopefully) that contains two ancient holy skeletons.

Locals place their offerings on this nightmarish gnarled tree so the witches won't summon another storm.

This former tuberculosis research hospital endeavored to cure the dreaded disease with fresh air and positive attitudes.

Honoring the famed folktale author, this California museum looks like it belongs in the Black Forest.

This edible park is open to any and all foragers.

Journey through a bit of nostalgia inside this classic record and video store.

One woman's Viking Castle on Lake Tahoe.

A well-preserved sheepherding camp now lies in the heart of the Granite Chief Wilderness, in the high Sierra Nevada.

Bits and pieces from the ill-fated Donner Party's winter cabins.

The now-abandoned tunnels were built for the transcontinental railroad on the route where the first wagon train entered California.

Greenery cloaks this serene sculpture inspired by the famous Lost Gardens of Heligan.

A magical sanctuary of mythological statuary.

Former farm staffed by mental patients is now a public park.

An abandoned network of military bunkers and tunnels open for anyone willing to descend into the darkness.

One artist's yard is full of shining, whirling kinetic sculptures that look like pure steel psychedelia.

A huge collection of rocks, gems, and crystals.