These remote Florida islands have a history of sea turtles and sunken treasures, and one of the world's largest coastal brick fortresses.

In the depths of the Everglades, one man has dedicated his life to studying the elusive Skunk Ape.

A Buddhist temple to honor insects that died for science.

Railroad came. People came. Railroad left. Town died.

Enormous lake at the bottom of a unique cave system.

For two weeks every June, fireflies in the Smoky Mountains perform an astonishing light show.

These boots are made for selfies.

The deadly but beautiful ornamental oleander was planted all over the island of Galveston after the hurricane of 1900.

This massive wooden building contains a giant Buddha, healing pillars, and tame deer wandering the grounds.

An exquisite tunnel of cascading flowers.

Drinkslinger is an unlikely vocation for a Buddhist monk, but at this Tokyo bar the enlightenment is served in a martini glass.

This Buddhist temple is home to the graves of the Japanese national legends, the 47 Ronin.

Hunting trophies decorate Oregon's most unique bar-restaurant.

The sound of swaying stalks in this stunning grove has been named a governmentally recognized sound.

This ancient shrine has been rebuilt every 20 years since the eighth century.

These Japanese gardens are blankets of light for dark winter nights.

This pair of small sea rocks has been "wed" using rope and ancient Shinto tradition.

A real-life replica of a home from Hayao Miyazaki's beloved movie "My Neighbor Totoro."

A blend of art, antiquities, and Americana fill this museum, surrounded by whimsical, enchanting gardens.

With over 12,000 different species of plants, this botanical garden is Japan's oldest and most diverse.

Nine Gardens in one—with tea service.

Japanese national treasure originally built in 593 CE.

The skulls and bones of thousands of soldiers line the walls of this small Italian chapel.

A 20-meter (65-foot) robot towers over Tokyo Bay.