The picturesque birthplace of Icelandic democracy is drenched in the blood of its brutal past.

This stunning concert hall has become a symbol of Iceland's national recovery.

Three columns of volcanic rock shoot out of the ocean.

This natural Icelandic fissure allows divers to swim right between two volatile tectonic plates.

This elegant arc of a waterfall marks a religious turning point.

An encyclopedic collection of mammal penises.

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

Medicinal spa created with the discharge from a geothermal energy plant.

Paranormal experiences in this hotel's room 217 led Stephen King to write "The Shining."

Hot Doug's "Hot Dog" Stand.

Sports history, made in the Arroyo Seco.

It's big, it's a ball, and it's made of twine—the world's largest of its kind.

This quirky hot springs town known to locals as "T or C" was named after a radio show.

A monument celebrating the idea of reaching inaccessible places.

Thanks to a quirk of elevation this gift shop produces magic doughnuts that are found nowhere else on Earth.

The highest bridge in America was built for an almost unnervingly small amount of money.

At this Denver landmark, the meals are compulsory, the sopapillas are complimentary, and the insanity is everywhere.

This iconic science fiction house still looks like something from the future.

This museum offers an actual time machine back through Colorado's past.

One of the greatest heroes of the Titanic tragedy came from humble beginnings to this beautiful home.

The spot in the Mile-High City that's exactly 5,280 feet above sea level (at least for now).

The Denver airport is guarded by a 32-foot-tall sculpture of a demonic horse.

A downtown park built on top of unclaimed graves.

Wall to wall taxidermy at Denver's oldest and most exotic steakhouse.