One man's homage to the orange as realized through a long-term folk art labor of love.

A part of the world's largest marsh seems to be growing bright red Martian grass.

This 19th-century convent is now a flourishing 21st-century hub for art.

Hidden in the Santa Ynez Mountains off Highway 154, this tiny restaurant once served as a stagecoach stop.

This Scottish castle has witnessed clan rivalries, Jacobite uprisings, whisky smuggling, and more.

This uninhabited island in Maine is home to various works of art left by visitors over the years.

A real-life replica of a home from Hayao Miyazaki's beloved movie "My Neighbor Totoro."

This pond is so stunning it looks like you've stepped into one of Monet's masterpieces.

This sawtooth mountain range still bears the strangely lovely marks of its history as a medieval quarry.

A striking public sculpture representing the period of martial law in Communist Poland.

A Japanese corporation has turned this small island town into living modern art gallery.

One of Japan's most famous sights, the bridge was originally built in 1673.

A massive cave complex boasts some of the clearest water (and most charming bats) in the world.

The legendary birthplace of the Japanese maneki-neko is dotted with hundreds of lucky beckoning cats.

After a profound show of devotion for his master, a dog becomes the symbol of loyalty for an entire nation.

Nine Gardens in one—with tea service.

Japanese island famous for poison gas and fluffy bunnies.

This pair of small sea rocks has been "wed" using rope and ancient Shinto tradition.

The 43-mile route crosses through six islands with gorgeous views of the Seto Inland Sea.

The bartenders at this crime-fighting theme cafe are actual private detectives by day.

This isolated Japanese mountain village untouched by time showcases unique and stunning traditional architecture.

This historical theme park celebrates all things noodle.

This Japanese national treasure was originally built in 593.

Hanging over one of Japan's "hidden valleys," these vine bridges must be remade every three years.