Once close to extinction, there is no shortage of elephant seals on the beaches of Año Nuevo State Park.

This quirky roadside attraction dives into the many theories surrounding North America's most infamous hairy cryptid.

A tree grown from astronaut seeds which were exposed to cosmic rays.

Once America’s most beautiful army base, this abandoned military fort on the coast of Monterey Bay has been left to the elements.

A massive volcanic plug is now a protected area that hosts a number of bird species.

With its peeling paint and faded sign, this theater-turned-recycling plant is a nostalgic relic of 1950s Americana.

A picturesque garden with a surprising past.

A museum in south England celebrates the amphibious vehicles that cruise on a cushion of air.

Hauled from the water's depths, Henry VIII's flagship is preserved in this capsule-shaped museum.

The largest stone circle in the world has ended up bringing up more questions than it has answered.

The first archaeological site discovered by aerial photography.

Ancient human remains unearthed around the iconic monument.

Famously misunderstood wonder of the ancient world

A fascinating little museum all about the rich history of Peru’s famous plant.

Situated on a sacred Inca site, this 16th-century cathedral took nearly 100 years to build.

Lava stone structures possibly dating back to the 19th century may have been a stopping point for voyagers between ancient Egypt and the Mayan Civilization.

According to the Guanches, the aboriginal people of the Canary Islands, the king of evil lives inside this volcano.

This historic funicular system combines the old with the new while offering delightful views over the surrounding valley.

It's good luck to be mocked by this monkey.

One English town's celebratory landmark spurred more trouble than anticipated.

One of the few standing Roman lighthouses and a labyrinth of tunnels are a couple of the secrets at this historic castle.

Overlooking the burial ground is a tower designed to prevent thieves from snatching the recently deceased.

This geometric feat is a testament to the Incas' mesmerizing architectural abilities.

One of England's most famous churches hides a pair of little known architectural treasures.