Starship-temple contains 400 tons of drinking water and offers free Japanese lessons.

An extraordinary final resting place full of oversized art, amazing statues, and dead celebrities.

A miniature world of concrete and stone in Springfield, Ohio.

This fantastical house shaped like a seashell brings aquatic design to architecture.

The mysterious wonder of an underground waterfall is illuminated by multicolored lights.

No need to strap in for a "ride" on this walkable roller coaster.

A small, but award-winning beach known for its literally spotless reputation.

This futuristically sylvan church is a glass-enclosed marvel of modern architecture.

One of the world's largest ice festivals dazzles visitors for over a month with radiant sculptures and carvings.

This huge pile of volcanic boulders hides a stunning network of secret grottoes.

Japanese gardens dedicated to the Japanese farmer that refused to throw in the trowel.

Some of the clearest water anywhere in the world.

Comprehensive gaming collection of over 30,000 electronic games and consoles.

A reliquary of pop culture marvels, including the world's largest (and most terrifying) Jack-in-the-Box.

This Oregon farm is dedicated to teaching people the professional art of tree climbing.

The world's first ice hotel is still one of the most elaborate and beautiful.

At the foot of a waterfall lies a peaceful swimming lagoon and evidence of over 60,000 years of human habitation.

This Arizona observatory is famous for investigations into Martian life, and as the place humans first spotted Pluto.

One of the world's tallest, oldest, and most disgusting chocolate cascades.

360-degree virtual reality chamber physically immerses scientists into their data.

Wild lights and sound effects turn a walk through some caves into an eye-popping 1960s tourist attraction.

Arcadia is home to a haven for nature geeks and 80s TV lovers alike.

Week-long block party becomes a competition for the best decorated street.

A 14th century bridge built as a fortress, where the devil lurks on one of its towers.