This landmark of the Chicago silent film industry may not be in the picture business anymore but it still stands proudly.

An antiquated German apothecary on Chicago's North Side.

A haunting statue called "Eternal Silence" has quite the reputation among visitors with active imaginations.

An enormous park-like oasis, full of famous Chicagoans' graves.

Huge abstract sculptures of the Puerto Rican Flag.

A beloved Chicago music venue offering cold beer and lots of “Friendly."

The twin towers in this Chicago fountain use 50 foot tall video screens to spit on people.

A Bibliophile's Dream.

A speakeasy takes on Chicago's drinking culture.

Odd, decrepit fountain honors Chicago author who had mixed feelings about his hometown.

All of Chicago's wood-paved streets are long gone but two alleys remain.

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

This iconic Parisian bookstore doubles as the "Tumbleweed Hotel" for traveling writers.

Cabaret where the show girls are all androids, and the patrons couldn't be more pleased.

The 10,000 Torii shrine.

The sound of swaying stalks in this stunning grove has been named a governmentally recognized sound.

This massive wooden building contains a giant Buddha, healing pillars, and tame deer wandering the grounds.

Devoted Buddhists can earn enlightenment in the next life by crawling through this symbolic nostril.

Internationally known record store and purveyor of "dusties."

Theater has had many different incarnations but has survived the ravages of time.

Home to a protest movement, a bombing, and a dramatic change in labor history.

This massive stained-glass masterpiece is thought to be the largest Tiffany dome in existence.

This replica of the Greek structure is in the heart of Nashville.

At 135 years old and counting, this historic print shop is heaven for poster nerds and music buffs.