The largest copper mine in Arizona, this enormous open pit emerges from the hills like an alien landscape.

Stairs often replace streets on the steep slopes of this old mining town.

The world's largest rose bush has literally outgrown the pioneer museum it was planted behind.

An old saloon in the West filled with history, and according to some, a few dozen ghosts.

Legend has it the commander of the defenders drew a fateful line in the dirt with his sword just before the final battle.

If drivers cross the rumble strip on this stretch of Route 66 at just the right speed it plays "America the Beautiful."

A saloon and inn that served the Wild West's most iconic figures—and is still haunted by some of them today.

The outcropping is graffitied with the name of the beloved musical Muppet television series.

The state bird of New Mexico, constructed entirely out of garbage.

Crumbling remnants of what was once a booming town full of silver.

A wealth of pop culture statuary and green chile dishes give this roadside restaurant clout.

These unique volcanic rock formations offer the perfect opportunity to camp and hike.

This old army installation has worn many hats throughout its history.

This southwest-styled home in Santa Fe claims to be the oldest house in America thanks to an ancient bit of foundation.

A sprawling collection of over 106,000 toys from around the world.

Wedding chapel's mysterious spiral staircase said to be miraculously constructed.

Red frames showcase remnants of one of New York's original subway stations.

The most confusing clock in New York.

Manhattan and the Bronx have been playing tug-of-war over this former island neighborhood for more than a century.

Sniff the Titan Arum's rotting flesh.

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

Walk through the actual strap iron cells and solitary chambers of Arizona Territory’s first prison.

Bits and pieces from the ill-fated Donner Party's winter cabins.

This 4,000-foot-diameter hole is touted as "the most well known, best preserved meteorite crater on Earth."