This emblematic representation is said to bring the students good fortune.

A set of beech hedges planted in the 19th century forms a tunnel that takes on a different appearance in every season.

A group of committed locals restored this centuries-old windmill to its original condition.

Small caves once used as a hiding place for some of those accused during the Salem Witch Trials.

This large open-air museum showcases the ordinary lives of the people of the Netherlands and pre-industrial crafts and practices.

The oldest hotel in the world has been operated by the same family for over 1,300 years, even catering to samurai.

One in a pair of subterranean caves created by an ancient eruption of Mount Fuji.

The largest of the Fuji Five Lakes is home to an impressive swan population—some real, some with paddles, and one with an observation deck.

Once the extravagant escape of the Ford family, this enigmatic ruin now stands as a haunting reminder of its former glory.

A stone burial chamber that was also the site of religious rituals.

A gap marks the spot where a now-missing stone once completed the circular arrangement at this Neolithic site.

For a few short weeks in spring, this hiking path becomes a daffodil paradise.

A scene of a heinous act during a troubled period of Scottish history.

The story behind this uniquely-shaped tower involves ancient empires, local legends, and new words.

This 24-hour vending machine serves up homemade treats inspired by the local Japanese snow monkeys.

Order bagels and lox from an iconic Jewish delicatessen with nearly a century of history behind it.

Feast on Middle Eastern mezze from an Israeli expat duo.

A permanent outdoor art installation made up of more than 100 mushroom-shaped lights.

Crouch down, stretch tall, and be sure to flail your legs to pay homage to the Monty Python classic.

This house covered in small stones was the work of one man over the course of nearly 30 years.

This museum was once the home of industry titan Matilda Dodge Wilson.

This fog-enshrouded, antique corner store sells individual slices of wedding-fancy layer cakes from a window.

The burial site of a murdered bishop and his alleged killers.

Internet rumors, often involving Icelandic singer Björk, have abounded regarding this isolated outcrop of rock.