A Cultural Park for Misfits: Skalákův Mlýn [Meziříčko, Czech Republic]

Plenty of bizarre decorations, a gallery in a bus, and even a toilet inside an old chapel—can you imagine all of this in one place? Welcome to Skalákův Mlýn, a cultural park for misfits! Located in Meziříčko, Czech Republic, this unique site is well-known for hosting underground music and poetry festivals.

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Ended Up at the Wrong Bus Stop: A Tram on the Rooftop [Jihlava, Czech Republic]

The next stop: the rooftop! An old tram in Jihlava, Czech Republic, has found itself in a truly unusual spot. How else would you describe the sight of a vehicle perched on the roof of a garage? Anyone walking by is sure to stop and marvel at this incredible display. So, what’s the story behind it?

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A French Tourist Attraction, but in Romania: The Decaying Eiffel Tower in the Fields [Slobozia, Romania]

Did you know where the most famous French tourist attraction can also be found? While it’s true that the Eiffel Tower is in Paris, replicas of this iconic structure exist far beyond France. One of the most surprising is in Slobozia, Romania. What makes this even more bizarre is its location—right in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by fields.

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A Soft Melody of Splashes: The Charm of a Cute Miniature Watermill [Louny District, Czech Republic]

Searching for unusual places can be challenging and often means spending hours exploring maps. But the upside is that these virtual explorations often lead to unexpected discoveries. That’s exactly what happened when I found a charming miniature watermill in the Louny District in the Czech Republic.

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Not the Final Stop: An Extraordinary and Truly Symbolic Grave [Brno, Czech Republic]

Death—is it a terminus, or just an intermediate stop on the way to somewhere else? Prepare to be surprised by an extraordinary grave in one of the cemeteries in Brno, Czech Republic, which confidently suggests the latter. Instead of a cross, it features a bus stop sign labeled “NE KONEČNÁ” (meaning “Not Final” in Czech), giving death a completely different meaning and suggesting that life continues beyond.

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Imprisoned in Stone: Spectacular Sculptures in the Homestead of Ghosts [Zgon, Poland]

An old wooden house in Zgon, Poland, surrounded by extraordinary artworks, will surely make you stop by. Both real and surreal, these sculptures fill every corner of the garden, curiously observing visitors. More than just pieces of art, they form a composition with an incredible story behind them.

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In the Kingdom of Railway Signs: The Bizarre Train Station [Brniště, Czech Republic]

There are so many railway signs here that you definitely won’t lose your way—or maybe the opposite! Anyone arriving by train to Brniště, a village in the Czech Republic, can’t miss an unusual sight: a train station covered in railway signs. This impressive display is the result of many years of work by a railway worker.

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Something for Car Lovers: The Shed of Vehicle Registration Plates [Ignalina District, Lithuania]

Along the road in Ignalina district, Lithuania, lies an extraordinary sight: a shed adorned with an abundance of vehicle registration plates. More than 70 of these plates almost entirely cover the front side of the drab gray building, transforming it into a vibrant sight. Additionally, the remaining walls are decorated with wheel covers, creating an incredible composition in conjunction with the registration plates.

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Fairytale on the Walls: A Colorful House on the Outskirts of the City [Prague, Czech Republic]

In the quiet, grey streets of Čakovice, a district in northern Prague, Czech Republic, there’s a hidden gem that stands out. A vibrant, multi-story house catches your eye immediately. But it’s not just the colors that make this place so remarkable – its walls bring you into the world of fairytales.

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