If a glacial river suddenly diving into a sheer chasm via a dramatic, multi-stage waterfall isn't peak Iceland, it's certainly close.

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

A formerly glacier-tipped volcano that inspired none other than Jules Verne.

Cairns built to bring travelers good luck stretch across the land like miniature stone mountains.

These ominous lava formations were said to be an entrance to the netherworld so of course they inspired a famous metal band.

The most powerful waterfall in all of Europe.

An encyclopedic collection of mammal penises.

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

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

Rising from the sea like a stone monster.

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

This old residential building was once the largest flour mill in the world.

A fence constructed completely of skis on Monroe Street.

A palatial art deco restroom.

Direct, creative challenge to Mother Nature's winter wrath.

An old soap company building now houses one of Minneapolis’s oldest independent non-profit art galleries.

The only arched bridge made of stone on the entire Mississippi River.

A bronze statue on a downtown corner honors Minneapolis's favorite career gal.

Secret hideaway for an alternative beach experience.

When flour explodes, it's not a pretty sight.

A butcher shop in Minneapolis has all the meats and cheeses you’d expect from any of its kind—except that all the products are vegan.

A toweringly silly piece of modern art has been delighting locals since the 1980s.

20,000 pieces in a Frank Gehry-designed building.

Funhouse of found art and participatory sculpture.