Oh, just a motel on the edge of the desert decorated with thousands of clowns conveniently located next to an abandoned graveyard.

In the middle of a remote desert town is a surprisingly opulent hotel.

Richard III supposedly disposed of his nephews' bodies here in an effort to seal his claim to the throne.

One of the most acclaimed eateries in Arkansas is a two-table diner on the ground floor of a family home.

A hoard of sky catalogs, astrophysical journals, even the works of Galileo and Copernicus.

The sci-fi villain is a little-known inhabitant of the U.S. capital's largest cathedral.

Thirty creepy ghosts now inhabit this decaying 14th-century church.

After funding was cut for a memorial to the Danish author, the sculptor had his statue ceremonially lowered into the city harbor.

The main gates have been locked since 1745 and will remain so until the Stuart Dynasty returns to the throne.

Her final resting place was intended to be modest and private, but the power of her popularity continues to draw visitors.

Remarkable medieval wall paintings decorate this 12th-century, dog-friendly church.

The largest treasure hoard in Europe is contained in a castle that was bombed out during World War II.

Vacant Beaux-Arts buildings that serve as reminders of a beach town’s glory days.

A storefront museum in Asbury Park honoring the Jersey Shore’s deep history of mystery—including the Jersey Devil.

After the famous composer died in Paris, his sister snuck his heart out of the country to honor his wish that it be buried in their native country.

A town church once nearly submerged by the damming of a river is now hauntingly visible as the water recedes.

During the holidays, a vintage subway train whisks New Yorkers back in time.

The highest bridge in Myanmar was once the tallest railway bridge in the world.

Ruined 11th century abbey built by King David I in Edinburgh, Scotland.

The most iconic structure in Scotland has been home to bishops, colonels, and Sean Connery characters.

17th century streets hidden under Edinburgh were once a breeding ground for the black death.

This astonishingly geometric cave has inspired everyone from Jules Verne to Pink Floyd.

Scotland's first Masonic lodge may also be the oldest in the world.

A pink cottage covered in hearts served as a haven and a resting place for LGBTQ activists.