A roaring, awe-inspiring double cascade of icy water flows through woodland Oregon like something out of a Tolkien novel.

The second largest waterfall by volume in the U.S., Willamette Falls is outdone only by Niagara in the amount of water that is pushed northward.

10,000 flowered plants bloom in the City of Roses.

Forever immortalized in concrete, this Simpsons etching was crafted by show creator Matt Groening.

Portlandia is the second-largest copper repoussé statue in the United States.

This public art piece proves that in Portland even reporting the weather is a thing of whimsy.

This World's Fair showpiece was built in Chicago, but shipped to Maine.

The world’s oldest baseball field had to fight to earn its record.

A rare memorial paying homage to an altruistic woman from the 19th-century.

This extinct volcano rises above Edinburgh and is special for its panoramic views over the city.

This painting of a beloved dog will be on display at the Scottish National Gallery at long as the museum exists.

Brass bricks outline the locations of Edinburgh's lost, lively market stalls.

Edinburgh's oldest statue hides within a parking lot behind the city's iconic cathedral.

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?

Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.

A verdant 17th-century-style garden hidden along Edinburgh’s Royal Mile.

This obscure walkway links Edinburgh’s Old Town with one of the city's prime vantage points.

Ruined 11th century abbey built by King David I in Edinburgh, Scotland.

The beloved statue at the National Academy of Sciences is oh so inviting to sit on.

Those with a sharp eye can find the hidden image of a German Shepherd on the memorial's Mural Wall.

There’s a hidden military meme engraved on the World War II Memorial.

Not to be confused with the iconic New York City skyscraper, this Chicago building is a vibrant hub for artists.