Named the fifth most beautiful building in America in 1885, this former courthouse boasts the best view in the Village.

This slender three-story building has also had several famous residents.

A quiet and contemplative oasis in the middle of New York's bustle and riot.

The first piece of public art dedicated to LGBT rights.

The last living thing to come out of the rubble after 9/11 is now a symbol of hope and resilience.

Pulled from the rubble of one of the worst modern tragedies, a steel crossbeam became a symbol of hope for New Yorkers.

This sculpture by artist Fritz Keonig survived the 9/11 attacks and now stands as a monument to the victims.

This cemetery has graves dating back to the 17th century, including the city's oldest carved tombstone and an ominous cryptogram.

Built hundreds of years ago this downtown iron barrier once protected a much despised king.

Once a flowing stream and where the USS Monitor, the world's first ironclad, was built and launched.

This small interfaith chapel lies not far from the rim of the Grand Canyon.

A monument to the one-armed geologist who led the first documented expeditions through the Grand Canyon.

Every equinox this Maya pyramid puts on a spooky ancient light show.

Commemorating the spot where the famous scientist fed his pigeons.

A commemorative plaque hides a door that leads down to the New York Public Library's underground book bunker.

Discover for yourself what Herb Caen referred to as "the best kept secret in the Bay Area."

A modern frieze of ancient Grecian mythological figures playing a national pastime.

A winding path built in secret on the edge of the continent.

Two rocks in a perpetual kiss and one of "the most romantic spot in America."

Eat a tasty meal in the house where John Steinbeck was born.

The world’s first stop-motion film was created on the racetrack outside this building.

Elephant seals and sea lions have turned the abandoned buildings on this island into their endangered love shack.

One of the oldest adobe structures in Northern California.

The first high-tech company in the valley that actually worked with silicon devices.