Acres of natural wonders left behind by a socialite-turned-gardener.

This Big Sur waterfall drops 80 feet directly into the Pacific Ocean, and inspired the hillside house up top.

An artsy hidden staircase leads to breathtaking views of San Francisco.

This pedestrian walkway cuts through a cemetery and over several burial vaults.

The remains of a small medieval chapel mark the legendary birthplace of the patron saint of Wales.

An impromptu shrine appeared shortly after beloved "Torchwood" character Ianto Jones was killed off the show.

The only medieval bridge in Britain with its defensive tower still in tact.

The largest of only eight working transporter bridges left in the world.

Recently restored menagerie of Victorian-era beasts.

High Victorian fantasy created a fairytale castle out of a ruined fortress in Wales.

This well-preserved Cistercian Abbey in a romantic pastoral setting has inspired artists like the poet Wordsworth.

A hermit's tiny cell built into the cliffside that saved him in South Pembrokeshire.

An extraordinarily ornate museum in San Diego holds wondrous anthropological treasures.

A 26-foot shark sculpture—a statement about bombs—set off a municipal battle royale.

The beloved fantasy novelist is buried near a church containing a whimsical etched glass window full of Narnia favorites.

Hidden in plain sight, this creepy sculpture watches from above.

The names Lúthien and Beren can be found inscribed on the shared grave of the famous writer and his beloved wife and muse.

One of the largest sculpture collections in the U.K. features history's greats, from Bob Dylan to Galileo, in bronze.

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

One man spent 10 years building a spectacular section of road because no one else would.

Richard III supposedly disposed of his nephews' bodies here in an effort to seal his claim to the throne.

This foolish Victorian sea fort was converted to a deluxe hotel.

A open air theatre built on a cliff by an eccentric British woman.

A beautiful 62-acre Catholic shrine and botanical garden.