A living time capsule of the 1960s Richardson Bay water-front.

A classic Route 66 landmark that was built with scrap lumber and is held together with kitsch and puns.

The mountaintop wind turbine boasts a viewing deck — and a fair share of controversy.

Standing in a state of "arrested decay," this ghost town allows for a detailed peek into Gold Rush life in an unusually harsh climate.

Art Deco stylings conceal the true nature of this bridge.

Inside this museum, the history of the Walt Disney Family empire is on full display.

This lovely, if imposing, piece of Canadian gothic is possibly the most photographed hotel in the world.

The biggest museum dedicated to insects in North America, one of the largest in the world.

Massive puppet-automaton machines created by French artist collective Machines de l’Ile.

Historic fortifications form the boundary of Vatican City, but it’s not entirely surrounded by walls.

Hundreds of lucky felines haunt the ruins where Caesar was murdered.

Made famous by 'Star Wars,' these troglodyte homes face an uncertain future.

This centuries-old tower hosts endangered bald ibis mating pairs and looms over a pristine beach.

Giant topiary dog once played a role in a terrorist bomb plot.

A Gothic cathedral created from volcanic rocks.

The largest underground church in Europe.

France's most famous cemetery, with some of its most curious tombs.

The final resting place of the "father of special effects."

This structure atop a craggy cliff in one of the most beautiful parks in Paris boasts an unbeatable view.

Former hunting lodge of a duke who was an avid collector of impressionist works.

An "inside out" building in the historical center of Paris, featuring Europe’s largest modern art museum.

The vast, legendary catacombs hold secrets much stranger than stacked bones.

Natural history museum celebrating biodiversity with a parade of taxidermy animals.

Remains of Roman amphitheater hidden in a sleepy quarter of Paris.