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Gates of Hell Sculpture

Rodin's famous depiction of Dante's 'Inferno', amidst a sculpture garden of many of his other works.

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Arizona Cactus Garden

A hidden world of exotic succulents and cacti.

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The Frenchman's Tower

This odd California folly seems like it was almost designed to accumulate urban legends.

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Birthplace of Silicon Valley

A world-famous garage - epicenter of a technology revolution.

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The Donkeys of Barron Park

A celebrity donkey and his friend live in a pen in the middle of this public park.

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Stanford Mausoleum

Guarded by the Angel of Grief, the Stanford family tomb attracts an odd mix of halloween revelry and somber contemplation.

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Pneumatic Tube System at Stanford University Hospital

Four miles of pipelines form the model of still-functioning retro-tech efficiency.

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Nikola Tesla Statue

This small monument to the great inventor contains a time capsule and a Wi-Fi hotspot.

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