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You know we’re big fans of the hole-in-the-wall restaurants. We believe that you should never judge a place based on its exterior, because it just might serve up the best food in the state. While South Dakota definitely has some beautiful restaurants that make tasty pizzas, you’ll find some of the best pizza in the state in this little hole-in-the-wall in Watertown. The exterior of Empire Pizza is nothing special, but this pizza place has been serving up some of the best pies in the state since 1978....

From geological abnormalities and an extremely diverse landscape to weird laws and statistics, Hawaii is quite the remarkable state. One of the world’s largest volcanoes, Mauna Loa, located on the Big Island has been used for NASA training – astronauts would train for moon voyages by walking on lava fields. Les Williams/Flickr Hawaii is the only state that commercially grows vanilla beans, cacao, and coffee. Kendrick Hang/Flickr Hawaii consists of eight populated islands, which comprise 99 percent of the state’s landmass....

Yesterday, we showed you some of Utah’s amazing sunrises. Today, we give you Utah sunsets. Does it get any better? Mount Timpanogos David Wiley/flickr A gorgeous mountain with a stunning sunset. Moab Dana Le/flickr I wonder if that guy enjoyed the sunset that evening as much as we are right now? Cedar City Jeff Fleming/flickr Yellow and gold… beautiful. Parowan D J Mitchell/flickr Those dark red clouds look like a field in the sky, don’t they?...

If you’ve ever been to a celebration in a church basement, bought sweet corn from the side of the road, or eaten a Twin Bing, you’re probably from Iowa. If you’re still unsure, here are 15 undeniable ways you know you were born and raised in America’s Heartland. You know that sweet corn is soul food, and the best stuff comes from the stand on the side of the road. Brian Giesen/Flickr...

Most people consider northern Minnesota the most beautiful part of the state. It’s true that there’s a whole lot of beauty to be found there, from the North Shore to the Boundary Waters. But it’s time to recognize the unique beauty of another corner of Minnesota. Southwestern Minnesota may not have vast forests or rocky river bluffs, but it does offer scenery that you just can’t find anywhere else in the state....

Maine is known by many for its coastline. There’s no denying that. But when was the last time you spent some time inland, remembering that so much of Maine is actually covered in lakes and forests? If it’s been a while, you might consider adding this restaurant to your list of things to check out this summer. It’s hidden within the trees and you can even make it an overnight trip with a stay at the attached inn!...

Many conspiracy theorists believe Area 51 is hiding the remains of crashed UFO spacecraft. In case you’re not familiar with Area 51, it’s an Air Force base that’s located approximately 150 miles outside of Las Vegas, Nevada. It’s also known as Groom Lake or Dreamland. Numerous UFO sightings have taken place within Area 51. Some individuals have even claimed to have met and interacted with aliens. Can you imagine being approached by an alien?...

A bouquet of flowers can brighten up anyone’s day, but could you imagine spending a whole day in a huge field of them? Lucky for us, there’s a beautiful farm tucked away in Missouri that devotes its whole property to growing rows and rows of gorgeous flowers. And, it’s open to the public. Flower Hill Farm is located in the small town of Beaufort, which is about 1 hour west of St....

There are some people who wish it could be Christmas all year long. What’s not to love? Good food, plenty of eggnog and mulled wine, good cheer, and great company…we could definitely deal with more Christmas in our lives. In one store in Omaha’s Old Market, it’s been Christmas non-stop for more than 30 years. Tannenbaum, located at 1007 Howard St. in Omaha, is a tiny little shop that would be easy to miss....

Your New Year’s Eve celebration has left you feeling like a full-blown hedonist, but you can put your mind at ease knowing that all hope for your soul is not lost. Pennsylvania as a whole is much more religious than the United States average, with an average of 53.84% of residents identifying as religious. (The U.S. average is 48.78%.) Here are the most religious counties in Pennsylvania. We used data from Sperling’s List Builder to determine the results....

Don’t let the cold weather stop you from getting out and exploring. These frozen waterfalls are pretty cool, and a testament to the awesomeness of Mother Nature. From the hanging icicles to the appearance of cascades frozen in time, these frozen waterfalls are no less magical in the winter than they are in the summer. Check them out: Mill Pond Falls (Newington) Flickr/Jeanie Even snow covered and partially frozen, you can still see some of the waterfall flowing....

What once was a bustling area is now a site with nothing but abandoned buildings left behind. The area served several purposes throughout the years. Today, it’s a hauntingly beautiful abandoned fort hiding in Wyoming that emanates only echoes of the past. Flickr/J. Stephen Conn Fort Fred Steele was first established in 1868 as a military post to guard the men who were working on the construction of the Union Pacific Railroad from attacks by Native Americans....

Langdon, North Dakota is pretty far out of the way for a lot of people. This quaint town is up in the northeastern – bordering on central – part of the state. It’s biggest town for miles around, with a population of 1,878. Despite being a bit of a drive for most people, there is a bakery here that is well worth the trip. After you’ve tried their donuts, you’ll be ready to make the drive all over again the very next day....

There have been many pivotal events to occur throughout Alabama’s history, and this of course includes the Civil Rights Movement. The goal of the Civil Rights Movement was for racial segregation and discrimination against African Americans to end. Rosa Parks, Malcolm X and Martin Luther King, Jr. were just a few of the prominent figures during this time in history. One of the most significant events during the Civil Rights Movement was known as “Bloody Sunday....

You’re driving out in the middle of nowhere. It’s desolate and barren, no cars or human souls in sight. The wind is blowing violently, shaking your car back and forth. You come upon this long, wooden, one-vehicle swinging bridge between Mills and San Saba Counties. You can hear it creaking and groaning with every gust of wind that hits the boards before you even begin your slow journey across. Do you turn back and find another way to your destination?...

It’s hard to believe that Oklahoma is home to a “mini-desert” that is filled with sand dunes, ranging in height from 25 to 75 feet. If you travel to northwestern Oklahoma, you’ll discover these incredible sand dunes inside Little Sahara State Park. With over 1600 acres of sand dunes to explore, this diverse terrain is filled with outdoor activities. Read on to learn more about Oklahoma’s Little Sahara. Little Sahara State Park is located in northwestern Oklahoma at 101 Main Street, Waynoka, OK....

The Northern California Coast is home to one of the most unique, interesting, and beautiful chapels in the world. The Sea Ranch Chapel, located just south of the town of Gualala, celebrates its beautiful surrounding scenery and spirituality in a non denominational setting. The Sea Ranch Chapel was completed in 1985 and took 9 months to build. Flickr/ Steve Boland It’s an incredibly interesting - and detailed - place to behold....

With more coastline than California, Maine has plenty of options for an ocean dip. But, in the summer things can get a little hectic, even by non-Maine standards! Rather than making another beach trip this season, consider heading to one of our lakes. The lesser known ones are far less crowded and you’re likely to enjoy warmer water temperatures as well. You may know Camden as a tourist filled mid coast town, but there’s more to it than that!...

New Hampshire is full of beautiful rivers and streams. In some places, nature has done something really amazing, and carved out natural waterslides in the granite. These slides are better than any waterpark, because you’re out in nature. One of the best is at Franconia Falls in Lincoln. This hidden mountain waterslide in New Hampshire is worth exploring. VisitNH/facebook Here, the river has carved out a smooth but swift natural waterslide that ends with a jump into a deep pool....

While we’d all like to think that we’re experts when it comes to recognizing great tasting beverages, it’s highly regarded competitions like the Great American Beer Festival that help further point us in the right direction. The famous competition is made up of seven different categories, with each crowning a winner for the top spot of Champion Brewery. With 1,752 breweries participating in this year’s festival, one of Montana’s breweries managed to take home quite a few awards....