Legends surround this jagged rock formation in the New Mexico desert.

This isn't your average roadway—it's actually a National Park and a transportation pioneer.

Visit the monolithic tomb of America's most famous general.

This bridge was the birthplace of a unit of measurement based on a fraternity joke.

Hoodoos, naturally eroded land formations, stand 20 feet tall in the Canadian badlands.

A surviving remnant of the thick ice mass that once mantled most of Western Canada's mountains.

The highest bridge in America was built for an almost unnervingly small amount of money.

The highest point in Tennessee, Clingmans Dome bears witness to the ravages of one type of insect.

A Circus legend leaves an unexpected endowment.

Holding multiple historical boats and an entire 19th century village, this New England attraction is the largest maritime museum in the world.

Two mammoth statues inspired by equally tall tales lure tourists to this roadside attraction.

Dramatic river bend surrounds a natural red-rocked pedestal.

After a water tower painting was accused of being an ad, a simple fix was made that gave the city a motto.

The final resting place of American icon Buffalo Bill, and a museum that aids in telling his tale.

Experience the hysteria of a 17th century witch hunt through goofy reenactments and wax dummies that should probably be burned at the stake.

Largest Roman Catholic church in North America.

The highest point in Washington state is a volcano covered in glaciers.

"the sweltering inhabitants of Charleston and New Orleans, of Madras and Bombay and Calcutta, drink at my well . . . The pure Walden water is mingled with the sacred water of the Ganges."

Ice cream stand, snack bar, and time capsule of milk conveyance.

This lovely, if imposing, piece of Canadian gothic is possibly the most photographed hotel in the world.

The only road through the heart of Glacier National Park.

Air Force Academy Chapel made of 100 identical tetrahedrons works to inspire those of all religions.

The world's largest piece of copyrighted artwork.

This landmark cemetery in Boston was created more than 300 years ago.