With a history of slaughter, feast, and famine, remnants of the pork industry decorate this area--even its church.

This structure atop a craggy cliff in one of the most beautiful parks in Paris boasts an unbeatable view.

This life-size replica of the Statue of Liberty's flame is also a tribute to Princess Diana by default.

Twelve grave-faced marble angels guard the emperor's tomb at Les Invalides.

This whimsical castle of grottoes was the labor of love of a French postman, and one of the greatest achievements of outsider architecture.

This statue was given to France by the United States to commemorate the centennial of the French Revolution.

Paris' linguistic guide to the international language of, yes, love.

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

This 1,300 year old monastery built atop a single rock was once only accessible depending on the whims of the tide.

This massive library holds what was once the largest book collection in the world.

France's most famous cemetery, with some of its most curious tombs.

An opal mining town in the middle of Australia where people live, worship, and shop underground.

America's smallest town is run by its single citizen/mayor/librarian/bartender.

This Welsh village gave itself a ridiculous name in a publicity stunt a century ahead of its time.

The smallest country in the world.

The world’s oldest and biggest bookstore stocking only mystery, crime fiction, espionage, and thrillers.

The oldest family-run luncheonette in New York, last renovated in 1948, still serves food and drinks the old-fashioned way.

A treasure trove of artifacts, books, and artwork from the "golden age" of exploration.

Not everything is bigger in Texas.

The world's tallest statue of an American hero.

This constitutionally sound Muffler Man harkens back to the days these attractions were a must-see.

An antique horse-drawn hearse provided French luxury for the dead in this Texan town.

A World War II officers' club features Old West murals painted by German POWs.

Soldiers honored the beloved Pat with a special grave.