The land is home to swimming ponies and a legendary 18th-century treasure.

This building at the south end of the boardwalk was once home to the U.S. Life-Saving Service and the U.S. Coast Guard before being rescued itself.

One of the oldest active carousels in the country—but it might be missed by all but the keenest-eyed boardwalk strollers.

Although built to generate electricity for Marylanders, this dam has become an all-you-can-eat buffet for American bald eagles.

The United States' oldest Episcopal church still in active use.

A striking glass tribute to two sisters who suffered during Scotland's "Killing Time."

The ruins of a 15th-century church once home to priests who prayed for a single family's salvation.

These ruins of a medieval church are full of architectural mysteries.

Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.

This restaurant proudly displays bread signed by the 39th president.

Every birth, death, and marriage is recorded in these color-coded leather-bound books.

This early version of the guillotine was used to execute the man responsible for its construction.

Every St. Andrews student knows to avoid this inscription for fear of a martyr's curse.

Protecting the dead from opportunistic body snatchers.

A sweet symbol marks the place where torturous executions were once carried out.

"Respectful to the dead, safe and sanitary to the living, dedicated to the Genius of Memory..."

This otherwise ordinary close on the Royal Mile constituted the end of the world for Edinburgh’s poorest residents.

One of few lasting examples of the brief octagon craze that developed into folly.

The heart of a Scottish legend had a centuries-long journey before reaching its final resting place.

The one-time stronghold of the noble Douglas family, now home to ghost sightings and nesting birds.

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

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?

The final resting place of soldiers' loyal canine companions.

A six-ton wedding present for the King of the Scots.