Artist's eccentric property excessively decorated with found objects and work of his own.

An Orthodox church built by the Royal Family for the Russian community exiled to the French Riviera.

Depending on how it is measured, this lighthouse can claim to be the tallest in Europe and the tallest conventional lighthouse in the world.

Although called a funicular by both its owner and the locals this historic railroad is actually a rack and pinion system.

Massive galleon from a box-office bomb docked in Genoa.

This peculiar Italian elevator runs both horizontally and vertically.

An image of the legendary saint stands in the shadow of a cathedral she liberated.

This structure atop a craggy cliff in one of the most beautiful parks in Paris boasts an unbeatable view.

An iconic and eccentric bar for "Manouche" Jazz music keeps expanding its space—and its influence.

Mexican food and folk art.

Though tiki culture has gone in and out of fashion, the Tonga Hut has always been flying the flag in Los Angeles.

A faux European lane smack dab in downtown L.A.

Established in the '60s, a family-owned tropical drink bar founded by Ray Buhen, bartender to the stars.

A prohibition-style speakeasy takes up residence in the last Victorian residence in Hollywood.

One man's homage to the sun continues to grow like a glass fractal.

Hidden in the hills of Hollywood, this secluded Oz-themed garden is dotted with dozens of thrones.

A pair of slides and a tree-lined stair corridor have been an urban oasis for nearly 40 years.

A winding path built in secret on the edge of the continent.

This antique shop specializes in the history of print and design.

Inside this museum, the history of the Walt Disney Family empire is on full display.

A brooding mansion of clinker brick stands out among the Victorian houses of Pacific Heights.

This 19th-century church is now a popular roller rink.

Tiki luxury on Nob Hill.

A huge musical instrument played by the ocean.