This elephant kraal is the only one remaining in Thailand, dating back to the 16th century when these massive mammals were integral players in war and trade.

This bridge made famous in a novel and on-screen wasn't actually built over the river Kwai.

A collection of venomous snakes and reptiles for the whole family to enjoy.

This medieval village/restaurant perpetually celebrates the year 1376.

This jazz venue welcomes performers nightly and students daily.

One of the only cooperatively owned bars in the nation wears its eclectic history on its walls.

42nd story Pyramid shaped penthouse tops Seattle's oldest skyscraper.

A brewery warehouse which doubles as a circus bigtop.

From a neon Rapunzel to a bike traffic meter to a street fair color scheme, the most opened drawbridge in the US is a veritable art gallery.

The tale of a strong-willed woman who stood her ground when the commercial world came rumbling in.

This popular bar has been blurring the line between normal and edgy for more than 75 years.

An old vending machine serves up unpredictable beverages from its seemingly magical insides.

A walk through the historic city center, under the streets of Seattle.

A giant Troll lurks under one of Seattle's oldest bridges.

A huge musical sculpture and other art installations on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration grounds.

Pick up all of the cosmic knick-knacks under the sun or take a creative writing course, all offered in this novelty storefront.

A sliver of nostalgia in Seattle's Viretta Park.

This former coal gasification plant found a curious second life as a popular public park.

Love, knishes, and best wishes from this legendary Lower East Side bakery.

The oldest surviving synagogue in New York City is now a soaring art space.

A room in New York City that contains 250 cubic yards of dirt worth a million dollars.

This impressive mansion in Vinegar Hill has some mysterious details in its architecture.

Walk into the 19th century without leaving Brooklyn.

This innocent-looking townhome is actually a subway exit.