An idyllic mineral hot springs facility with a more-than checkered past.

One of the few surviving original NASCAR dirt-track speedways.

Asheville, North Carolina, was the the second place in the world to enjoy Kentucky Fried Chicken's secret recipe.

An early life spent in this "Old Kentucky Home" inspired the writings of North Carolina's most famous novelist.

This metal disk commemorates the birth of a historic American holiday.

In a pedestrian tunnel on North Carolina State’s campus resides an expressive and artistic free-for-all.

A 315-foot spire jutting out from the Blue Ridge Mountains makes for breathtaking views.

Carrying on the legacy of a short-lived experimental school tucked away in the mountains of North Carolina.

A young state senator's deathbed plea to be buried inside a rock resulted in this unusual grave site.

This sweet Southern elixir comes from what may be the oldest grape vine in North America.

From golden eagles to peregrine falcons, this rehabilitation and education center is a haven for birds of prey.

Rare videos and memorabilia await visitors inside this unique store.

Down the road from where the Wright brothers lifted off is another flight tribute practically hidden from sight in the woods.

Classy up your Big Mac with bow-tied servers and chandeliers at the world's fanciest McDonald's.

A maritime museum holding the remains of Blackbeard's pirate ship.

The world's largest vertical wind tunnel.

A monument to the sheer amount of oddities one can collect over a lifetime.

A mountaintop space observatory that is certified dark.

A museum dedicated to the legacy of Bob Moog and his pioneering synthesizers.

A historic dam made famous for its turbines and feature in a Hollywood classic.

Art Deco urban decay at this historical building.

An annual celebration of the region's successful elk reintroduction program.

This winding road of 318 curves is a must-visit for (careful) motorcycle and sports car enthusiasts.

Follow the path behind this treat-slinging camper van to a sculpture garden in the forest.