A graceful natural rock formation stands astride the point where the Gulf of California meets the Pacific Ocean.

Nevada's largest cactus collection stands outside a candy mogul's small factory.

An exotic wildlife habitat right off The Strip.

One of the world's tallest Ferris wheels takes visitors high above Las Vegas in a spinning party room.

The neon signs from Las Vegas' past find their final resting place at this unusual graveyard.

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

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

When ecosystems collide in the arid Southwest.

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

Strange red rock formations that have been attributed to a higher power for hundreds of years.

Like stepping into a spooky fairy-tale, this shop carries the dark ideas of artists and other makers.

Statue in Salem of the woman who starred as the witch Samantha in the sitcom "Bewitched."

The only structure left with direct ties to the Salem witchcraft trials of 1692.

Beer lover's can-covered house.

A park filled with vibrant mosaics created by more than 300 folk artists.

A taste of Middle Earth, in the middle of the Bayou City.

This simple frog painting created by musician Daniel Johnston embodies the spirit of Austin.

This failed condo development was reborn as a street art hub.

This unique structure in suburban Austin is made up entirely of other people's castaways, and constantly changing.

Continuing the tradition of the dime museum in style.

This float factory takes the mask off of Mardi Gras and lets visitors see where the magic happens.

In 2010, Nicolas Cage purchased two plots in this cemetery using one to construct this strange pyramid mausoleum.

New Orleans' famous cemetery, located on the site of a former race track.

The oldest cemetery in New Orleans, resting peacefully for over 200 years now.