The only surviving piece of Copenhagen's 16th-century defensive wall.

Copenhagen's celebrated theme park and gardens.

This collection honors the iconic, and proudly American lighter that just won't quit.

A local prank turned town icon.

Don't get it twisted: This is the oldest pretzel bakery in the United States.

This iconic Lancaster everyman has been reading the same story since 1980.

A kitschy, creepy St. Louis mainstay.

The fastest way to send a message before electricity was invented.

This otherwise ordinary close on the Royal Mile constituted the end of the world for Edinburgh’s poorest residents.

Protecting the dead from opportunistic body snatchers.

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

This small museum in a 17th-century building honors three iconic Scottish writers.

Tiny effigies of the victims of Edinburgh's famous Anatomy Murders.

One man's exploration of the human form, including the bizarre and delightful "Man Attacked by Babies."

The design of this beautifully crafted building was inspired by Norwegian glaciers.

This floating sculpture of ice is a poignant reminder of nature's power.

Tens of thousands of tiny bottles stuffed with various items.

A stunning architectural yet functional feat, towering over Oslo.

Home to three historic ships from the age of Vikings.

Across the Pacific in a raft, a museum dedicated to Thor Heyerdahl's now legendary expedition.

Housing the famous Norwegian ice-defying 19th century polar exploration ship.

A former factory now pays tribute to a local industry fueled by sardines.

This giant boulder is pinched over a 1000-meter abyss by two mountains.

Walk behind a 50-meter-high waterfall.