These aggressively sustainable art homes look like something out of 1970's science fiction.

A phenomenal assembly of pueblos in New Mexico is the most complete example of ancient ruins north of the border.

Twice a year, visitors can tour the desolate site that birthed the Atomic Age.

A futuristic temple of light uses prisms and rainbows to create an atmosphere of peace.

Seemingly grown on some other world, these New Mexico rock formations look like a disused science fiction set.

Explore the largest pure gypsum deposit in the world, and go dune sledding while you're at it.

One man has carved a number of natural New Mexico caves into psychedelic sandstone temples.

A gorgeous garden oasis with winding paths, stone bridges, and a troubling history.

The house's confection-like decorations are the result of one man's painstaking work over decades.

An unrealized Taoist palace left abandoned in a Houston suburb.

Established in 1925, Kiddie Park claims to be the oldest amusement park in the U.S. - a cozy little time warp nestled in a shady corner of the modern world.

This mountain tram provides stunning views while hanging from a single, steel thread.

The peaceful space is adorned by paintings by the famed abstract artist Mark Rothko.

An unusual bed & breakfast made of papercrete.

Modern technology and live displays tell the story of the Pacific during WWII for the Internet generation.

A little bit Wonkatania, a little bit pink elephant.

A school-themed restaurant where gastronomy is the core curriculum.

A view-altering observatory at the University of Texas.

This historical air terminal in Houston is slowly becoming an aviation museum dedicated to the city's aeronautical history.

Minimalist modern art on a repurposed military base in rural Texas.

This downtown Dallas art installation is always on the lookout.

Once in disrepair, this popular Texas stop along iconic Route 66 has been restored to its past glory.

Museum mostly in name, and only a restaurant depending on the day, this place could only exist in Marfa.

Crumbling hotel echoes with the sounds of the '30s.