The Icelandic Sea Monster Museum explores the area's history of aquatic cryptid sightings.

This valley of hot springs and boiling mud pots is home to the record-holding "Geysir," which originated the English word.

This modern monument to pagan belief looks like it was transported straight from ancient times.

The most powerful waterfall in all of Europe.

Learn about Iceland's hidden folk at this school dedicated to the study of elves.

Climb right into the heart of this colorful Iceland volcano.

This eye-popping Icelandic crater lake is surrounded by red volcanic rock.

Walk in the footsteps of the gods and straddle two tectonic plates.

An encyclopedic collection of mammal penises.

This fantastical waterfall is hidden in a cave located in a cracked cliff.

Iceland's largest lagoon is home to stunning multi-colored icebergs.

Rising from the sea like a stone monster.

One of the tallest buildings in Iceland, and perhaps, the most visually impressive.

This volcanic cave lake is essentially hard proof that Iceland is the most magical place on Earth.

Staves, storm-calling, and of course, necropants.

The unique waterfall in Iceland's south features a backdrop of geometric black lava columns.

Introducing the Green Fairy to her fawning masses.

The oldest operational cathedral in the U.S. has one shell of a way of projecting speakers' voices.

This Birdsill Holly fire hydrant is the remnant of a very different type of hydration innovation.

This colorful New Orleans bookstore features rare and used titles, with a specialty in Cajun fare.

A prime example of New Orleans' unique architecture these early 20th century homes were built to look like steamboats.

A haunting, yet lovingly hand-hewn potters' field full of graves that flood with each heavy rain.

A private museum dedicated to preserving the heritage of Mardi Gras' most beloved underdog parades, open by appointment.

After the parade, students throw their beads on the tree hoping for good luck on exams.