Earth's tallest volcano is sacred to Native Hawaiians, and home to a dozen world-class observatories.

It may look like no more than a full-scale model, but every part of this full Space Shuttle stack had a working role in aviation history.

A propulsion engine testbed that paved the way for the Space Shuttle launch sits without recognition at this rocket center.

This 1,500-acre development hopes to be the Central Park of the South.

A 56-foot tall statue of the god of fire looks out over Birmingham, Alabama.

A collection of huge Pre-Colombian structures in Alabama.

The highest point in Alabama was almost completely deforested, but is now home to protected towers and trees.

The first Russian Orthodox church in North America and an Alaskan landmark.

This historic collection of Native Alaskan artifacts was resurrected through a partnership between the WPA and tribal artisans.

This small city where almost everyone lives in the same building can only be reached via North America's longest tunnel.

A rare chance to get up close and personal with a 13-mile ribbon of ice near downtown Juneau.

"Girl in a Wetsuit" is what happens when a sculptor has to find a way around a 100 year old copyright.

Surprisingly Delicious Asian-Style Hot Dogs.

The celebrated eyesore created by starry-eyed sweethearts.

This bridge was constructed from the rubble of the infamous Bastille.

This iconic Parisian bookstore doubles as the "Tumbleweed Hotel" for traveling writers.

This Roman statue is missing a limb from when the Venetians stole it from Constantinople during the Crusades.

Some say this medieval church is where the poet Dante married his wife and also met the love of his life.

A copy of the famous statue can be found in this Florence piazza, along with one of the most breathtaking views of the city below.

This bustling Italian plaza is built on the ruins of an ancient Roman amphitheater.

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

The only museum with its curator—and her pets—buried inside.

Fortified medieval tower house with lovely roof garden.

This palatial spiral staircase was so unusual the name "snail" was given to the noble family who built it.