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Fremont Troll, Washington
Lurking beneath an overpass in Seattle, Washington’s Fremont district, this troll has been a spooky presence since 1990.
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Area 51, Nevada
You can’t watch a Twilight Zone episode or a sci-fi movie without hearing a mention of Area 51...
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Carhenge, Nebraska
You can’t get any weirder than Carhenge, a replica of England’s Stonehenge made entirely out of old, painted cars...
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Death Valley's Racetrack, California-Nevada
Stretching along the California-Nevada border, Death Valley National Park is famous for its otherworldly landscape...
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Coral Castle, Florida
Florida is home to many kitschy attractions and one-of-a-kind wonders that have beckoned tourists for decades.
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Mauna Kea, Hawaii
The 4,207-meter summit of dormant volcano Mauna Kea is virtually free of light pollution...
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Chaco Culture National Historical Park, New Mexico
At this desert archaeological park, located 243 kilometers by car from Albuquerque, New Mexico, you’ll marvel...
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Denali National Park & Preserve, Alaska
The park’s wild, isolated location, 386 kilometers north of Anchorage, Alaska, makes it a fine stargazing spot.
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Cherry Springs State Park, Pennsylvania
In optimum viewing conditions, the Milky Way galaxy shines so bright as to cast your shadow on the ground.
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Statue of Liberty, New York City
This colossal and breathtaking sculpture welcomes visitors to Manhattan’s shores.
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National Mall, Washington, D.C.
Visit the National Mall and walk the long grassy expanse that houses many important U.S. monuments and memorials.
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Route 66, Oklahoma
Drive famed Route 66 through Oklahoma and see its kitschy oversized landmarks, including a 20-meter-tall soda bottle.
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Golden Gate Bridge, California
This San Francisco icon is widely photographed, though there’s something extra special about seeing it in person.
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Gateway Arch, Missouri
The world’s tallest man-made arch in St. Louis was built to symbolize the westward expansion of the USA.
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Space Needle, Washington
Head to Seattle to see the 158-meter Space Needle, built for the 1962 World’s Fair as a monument to innovation.
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Cloud Gate Sculpture, Illinois
Chicago’s Millennium Park is home to the highly photographed sculpture by Sir Anish Kapoor that you may know it as “The
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Mount Rushmore, South Dakota
Visit the Black Hills of South Dakota to see the faces of four U.S. presidents carved into a massive granite mountain.
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Monument Valley, Utah
You’ll recognize the red-sand desert of Monument Valley and its many buttes as a setting for many movies.
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Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston is known for its quaint cobblestone streets, historic architecture and unique Southern-coastal vibe.
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San Juan, Puerto Rico
Dive into Puerto Rico, where indigenous, Spanish and Caribbean influences create vibrant forms of dance, music and food.
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Palm Springs, California
Trendy Palm Springs hosts architecture festivals, public art and the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.
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Portland, Oregon
“Keep Portland Weird,” and celebrate an edgy, earthy and eclectic city that’s big on cycling, coffee and creativity.
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New Orleans, Louisiana
Known for jazz, cuisine, diversity, and of course, Mardi Gras, New Orleans is a city with a lot to celebrate.
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Miami, Florida
Visit Miami for varied cuisine, culture and art, from Little Havana to Wynwood Walls to Art Basel Miami.
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Baltimore, Maryland
This is one of the coolest cities on the East Coast – with a big arts scene, vibrant neighborhoods and delicious food.
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Detroit, Michigan
Explore the Detroit RiverWalk and experience history at the Henry Ford Museum and the Motown Museum.
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Austin, Texas
Austin’s indie music, buzzing tech, pleasant climate and culinary delights make for a must-visit urban destination.
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Reno, Nevada
The “Biggest Little City in the World,” Reno boasts old-west, Americana charm and a flourishing arts scene.
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Louisville, Kentucky
Surrounded by natural beauty, Louisville is best known for bourbon, baseball, hospitality and The Kentucky Derby.
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Kansas City, Missouri
Go neighborhood hopping in Kansas City to discover its jazz tradition, delicious barbecue and vibrant sports culture.
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Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, California
To see silver-leaved nightshade or jumping cholla, drive to the Sonoran Desert at Anza Borrego Desert State Park.
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Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area, Texas
Near the tiny town of Spicewood, find this wonderland for the Texas state flower, the bluebonnet.
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Crested Butte, Colorado
The “Wildflower Capital of Colorado,” Crested Butte is known for dark-blue lupines and its wildflower festival.
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Shenandoah National Park, Virginia
Spot mountain laurel, cow parsnips and wild columbine as you drive the park’s stunning scenic byway Skyline Drive.
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Green Mountain National Forest, Vermont
Travel to the forest in August and September to hike the Leicester Hollow Trail and see fields of Goldenrod blooms.
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