This sculpture by artist Fritz Keonig survived the 9/11 attacks and now stands as a monument to the victims.

This cemetery has graves dating back to the 17th century, including the city's oldest carved tombstone and an ominous cryptogram.

Historic fortifications form the boundary of Vatican City, but it’s not entirely surrounded by walls.

An ancient Roman temple first dedicated to an emperor's wife is now a church.

The spot where the fascist dictator made some of his most famous speeches including declaring war on Britain and France.

Experience a charming 1930's version of "infotainment."

A Norwegian-born sculptor created these soaring guardian angels at the entrance to Hoover Dam.

These markers are used to document elevation changes around the famed dam.

The neon signs from Las Vegas' past find their final resting place at this unusual graveyard.

This peaceful garden is hidden on the grounds of a spiritual organization founded by a pioneer yogi.

Dozens of lights dangle from the branches of what may be the brightest tree in Los Angeles.

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

A cult following celebrates the legend that belies this curious podiatrists' office sign which has worked its way into song, literature, animation, and the visual arts.

The site of a classic series of Laurel and Hardy pratfalls.

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

A modern day curiosity cabinet.

The blinking light atop the iconic landmark has been sending secret messages for decades.

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

Scores of vintage street lamps shine along L.A.’s Miracle Mile.

These delicate buggers are some of the rarest fossils that have bubbled up from the Tar Pits.

Ingenious bakery opens up the first Cupcake ATM at their flagship location in Beverly Hills.

Sister store to the Echo Park Time Travel Store.

A large grotto built in the 16th century amidst Florence's famous Boboli gardens.

Two stone columns flank the grand Venice square, but there were supposed to be three.