Unusual Places & Things Archives

Journey To Middle Earth At The Wieliczka Salt Mine in Poland

Go deep underground on a journey to “Middle Earth” to see the Wieliczka Salt Mine in Poland, which includes a cathedral made entirely of salt.

10-Z Nuclear Shelter in Brno was once a top secret nuclear bunker for the Soviets. Now it’s a hostel, bar, and a historical place to tour.

Isola di Loreto is a private island in Italy’s Lake Iseo. This must see place has a 2 story Neo-Gothic castle, lighthouses, & more.

Far from any coastline, a curious event can be found in Munich’s city center. Observe bold athletes go river surfing in Munich, Germany.

Experience the massive Petrivka book market in Kyiv, Ukraine. Filled with more than 100,000 titles, this is a must see for any book lovers.

When in Budapest, visit The Hospital In The Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum to learn the history of this former top-secret location.

A unique group of flag throwers & musicians in Città della Pieve, Italy have been performing medieval reenactments since 1981.

Statues of Americans can be found all over Pristina. One of the most striking ones is the three meter high and 900 kilo Bill Clinton Statue.

When you travel to Bulgaria, you absolutely must visit Rila Monastery. View these beautiful Rila Monastery photos to see why you need to go.

A snapshot in time – view historical photos of the Abundant Life Christian Church in Detroit, Michigan from June 2013.