A powerful tribute to the victims who suffered under Ethiopia's most devastating regime.

This roadside monument commemorates the huge weapon built by an Ethiopian emperor's hostages.

A phenomenon that appears to make gravity work in reverse has been attributed to jinn, supernatural spirits from Arabian folklore.

This Ottoman bridge is a rare covered bridge with shops, and considers itself the only bazaar bridge in the world.

One of the largest wooden constructions in Europe was meant to be a casino, but soon became an orphanage.

Over the centuries, this island paradise has done it all, from providing monks with ecclesiastical respite to sheltering an exiled Leon Trotsky.

Where artisans use centuries-old techniques to build traditional Arabian ships.

This lonely tomb is all that remains of a once-bustling ancient trade hub visited by Marco Polo.

A sinkhole and now a swimming hole, too, full of dazzling turquoise water.

This mysterious anthropomorphic statuette is on display at the National Museum of Oman.

This bazaar is one of the oldest in the Arabian world.

This spectacular mosque houses the second-largest chandelier in the world.

This beautifully restored fortification kept the city safe for centuries.

An imposing Omani fortress surrounded by date palm trees.

If you dare visit this fort, fire-breathing hyenas might devour your camels.

Traditional architecture and ancient irrigation systems are on display in this gorgeous mountain village.

The best-preserved beehive tombs in Oman with spectacular backdrop.

Groups of prehistoric tombs that dot the mountains of northern Oman.