Crypt mausoleum in cathedral's basement contains relics of third century Roman martyr, Saint Vibiana.

Hollywood's most famous landmark, the "temporary" sign that has stood for decades longer than intended.

Hidden in the hills of Hollywood, this secluded Oz-themed garden is dotted with dozens of thrones.

A hospital closed seemingly in the middle of operations, leaving behind fodder for horror films and ghost hunters.

Venue for strange sideshow displays and musical acts.

One man's homage to the sun continues to grow like a glass fractal.

Resting place of Hollywood's immortals is also site of summer film screenings.

America's most famous piece of self-built architecture.

The legendary building that needed ghostly approval before being built.

This iconic L.A. bookshop is housed in an abandoned bank—both symbolic and chic.

Non-profit time travel mart sells goods you would need for a trip through the fourth dimension.

During prohibition, corrupt city officials ran drinking dens under the streets of Downtown Los Angeles.

The cobbled together compound of a deceased artist which now serves as a filming location.

Each year these high desert hills are absolutely covered with poppy flowers in a surreal show of nature.

World's largest collection devoted to one fruit.

An outdoor sculpture park of giant pink robots and post-apocalyptic Christmas scenes.

Oldest building in California still in use.

Every weekend, people gather here for a brief chance to see their loved ones on the other side of the United States–Mexico border.

Giant nude woman of Tijuana is also the artist's home.

Where there's quartz, there must be gold. Thus is the story of the mines of Julian, and the titillating times of the Gold Rush.

One of the few remaining carousels built by master amusement park carver Charles I.D. Looff.

Lemon Grove, California is known for its giant lemon...and mummified bodies.

This San Diego museum, housed in a former Navy training facility, is dedicated to preserving women’s historic achievements.

An inconspicuous footbridge beloved by San Diego locals.