According to legend a man pooped out the window of this tower to prove that it was straight.

In this truly magical place, rent hasn't been raised since the year 1520.

A favorite with sightseers, this Norwegian funicular provides easy access to a stunning view of Bergen and its environs.

One of the most breathtaking railways in Europe also takes one of the steepest climbs, from fjord to mountain plateau.

This Victorian-era public house has set the standard for pub-style elegance for over a hundred years.

One of Ireland's most infamous prisons for rebels including men, women and children.

The modern birthplace of Irish freedom.

An exotic wildlife habitat right off The Strip.

The last bastion of Roman presence north of the Alps looms over a German town.

This incredible stone temple is a monument to death, victory, and fantasy architecture.

The second-largest gold nugget in existence, displayed in a Las Vegas casino conveniently named the Golden Nugget.

The bullet-riddled wall from the St. Valentine's Day Massacre, bloodstains enhanced for your viewing pleasure.

One of the few remaining casualties of the London Blitz, this destroyed church has become an enchanting public garden.

Macabre astrological automaton clock dating to the late 1400s.

The neon signs from Las Vegas' past find their final resting place at this unusual graveyard.

A toxic ghost town sitting atop a massive coal fire.

The maritime museum that boasts the largest nautical library in the western hemisphere.

On the Spree bank, discover one of the last reminders of a symbolic wall that divided, and was torn down by the people.

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

A book bound in the skin of an infamous criminal, along with countless other specimens.

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

A 18th century graveyard and its astonishing cortege of macabre iconography.

Sausages, schnitzel, and weiners.

This palatial botanical garden is home to one of the largest pipe organs ever installed in a private residence, and a piece of Wood's cycad.