At the tallest peak in Colorado, an electrifying mix of thin air, lightning, and rivalry.

The highest point in Iowa, while not that impressive to mountain states, has earned its own monuments.

A winged-helmed, sword-brandishing tribute to German Americans.

Opened in 1956, the first modern indoor shopping mall in the world was inspired by the shopping arcades found in European cities.

Equal parts record-breaking temple to consumerism and bizarre fun park, it's more than you think it is...

This small, but beautiful waterfall has attracted visits from artists, composers, and two United States presidents.

This iconic water tower and failed bandstand is open for panoramic views once a year.

Home to the Amorphophallus titanum "Corpse Flower," which is among the largest flowers in the world and also smells powerfully of rotting flesh when in bloom.

Millions of years of oxidation make a drive down this winding Death Valley road surprisingly colorful.

One of the most scenic stretches of road in America winds between some of the country's oldest trees.

The only road through the heart of Glacier National Park.

Spectacular views await visitors to this lake.

The basement bowling alley of this St. Paul dive bar is decorated with thousands of dollar bills.

The home where a lovestruck Fitzgerald wrote his first published novel, "This Side of Paradise."

A piece of solitude and tranquility in the heart of East Saint Paul.

Secret hideaway for an alternative beach experience.

The fungus-shaped vintage gas station has served multiple purposes over its lifetime, and now serves ice cream.

America's largest viking stands in a Minnesota city that believes it was visited by the ancient nords.

A stone face watches over the river.

An amazing collection of sculptures and art.

This picturesque cliffside beacon no longer calls to sailors but shines once a year in honor of a famous shipwreck.

A spooky defunct railroad tunnel now part of a sprawling trail.

The watery grave of an impractical idea.

This friendly fellow was built to honor an advancement in mineral processing.