The first declared National Monument in the United States.

Look closely and you’ll notice that the color changes a third of the way up the tower.

The sci-fi villain is a little-known inhabitant of the U.S. capital's largest cathedral.

A glimpse at Walt Disney's vision for a "community of tomorrow," in miniature.

Florida might be at its most surreal in this museum devoted to the famed Spanish artist.

The first custom-designed building to showcase the works of Dale Chihuly is a wonderland of glass and light.

Every day a troupe of pampered water fowl walk the red carpet to their favorite fountain.

This Memphis recording studio launched the careers of Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, and Elvis Presley.

A "Texanic" (gigantic Texas) collection of Art Deco architecture at Dallas' historic Fair Park.

A store full of vintage and indie toys designed to bring out the kid in even the crustiest of adults.

Home to an endangered salamander, a full moon celebration, and a large spring-fed outdoor swimming pool.

After 97 years of constant vigilance from the dome of the Texas State Capitol, the original Goddess of Liberty retired to a life of climate-controlled leisure.

A fruit-loving town welcomes visitors with a giant melon set against the sky.

The world's largest squirrel statue clutches a pecan bigger than your head.

A curious statue fit for a mad tea party.

Formerly known as National D-Day Museum, this collection commemorates the battles of Normandy and WWII.

The world-record holder for the longest bridge stretching continuously over water.

The LSU mascot lived on the college campus in one of the most impressive tiger habitats in the country.