Hidden behind musical flora and forgotten for over a thousand years, this cave is now a neon dream.

Not one, not two, but three natural bridges remain in this captivating spot post-sinkhole.

This psychedelic tourist trap is a leisurely descent into madness.

The most famous location in China was home to whole dynasties worth of imperial rulers.

The headquarters of a secretive order is also a beautifully-designed park.

Guarded by the Angel of Grief, the Stanford family tomb attracts an odd mix of halloween revelry and somber contemplation.

Rodin's famous depiction of Dante's 'Inferno', amidst a sculpture garden of many of his other works.

Two rocks in a perpetual kiss and one of "the most romantic spot in America."

An extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts and mummies.

A pair of pure white felines guard the entrance to a spot of California real estate established as an artist's haven.

A peculiar mansion built by the troubled heir to the Winchester Rifle Company fortune.

From the Difference Engine to the Cray-1, all under one roof.

A classically inspired temple in Redwood City.

This controversial depiction of the "Founder of California" looks as though it was sculpted from mashed potatoes.

A burnt orange monolithic dome structure perched on a hillside near Interstate 280.

Steinbeck's old stomping grounds, immortalized in Cannery Row.

An old whaling station now serves to give the public a look at the commercial whaling industry, no longer a part of Monterey's economy.

Fake rail crossings mark the site of an influential doctor's demise.

The oldest U.S. Government building in California, and it's State Historic Landmark #1.

This municipal playground was co-created by the father of one of the most playful characters ever.

One of the most elaborate displays of Jellyfish is on display at the aquarium.

The Laureates here get something even more coveted than a Nobel Prize: free parking for life.

One man's prolific, decade-long quest to turn trash into artistic treasure.

Where the alchemists dream of transmuting base metal into gold was actually achieved.