An oasis of shade and color amidst the bustle of the old city.

An ancient capital city that dates back 3,000 years and harbors many surprises.

The world's oldest map of the holy land gives us a fragmented glimpse of the layout of biblical nations.

Known as the "Valley of the Moon," this Jordanian wadi is one of the most amazing desertscapes on Earth.

This exceptionally well-preserved ancient marvel also houses a small museum dedicated to Jordanian folk tradition.

The most gigantic, swoony, intimidating trio of fingers in all of antiquity.

Gladiators battle and chariots race daily in the ruins of a once-great Roman city.

A more chill but no less fascinating version of the famous ancient archeological site.

Concentrated around the Dead Sea, these surprising canyons are filled with coursing water, fish, and even crabs.

Come for the springs; stay for the mud bath.

A 315-foot spire jutting out from the Blue Ridge Mountains makes for breathtaking views.

This giant slab of driftwood marks the beginning of the Winnemucca to the Sea Highway.

Rare remnants of the brick-domed ovens birthed in the Durham coalfield during the Industrial Revolution.

A museum and gardens with unusual plants and a history of progressive programming for the blind.

The 2,000-year-old pieces of metal are an ancient soldier's military discharge papers.

One of the oldest amusement rides in existence was a huge disappointment to its creator.

A 17th-century church is nestled within the walls of a 15th-century ruin.

This library dates back to the late 17th century and was one of the first public lending libraries in England.

A half-mile-long stretch of medieval forts built after a devastating pirate attack persists amid the modern port city.

The remnants of a strange stilted building on rails can still be seen at low tide.

This forgotten chalk mine was reopened thanks to a massive effort from the local community.

An impressive armored bronze effigy marks the tomb of one of the medieval era's greatest warriors.

The medieval-looking hammer beam teak roof may be a Victorian vanity, but it's still absolutely magnificent.

A wonderfully eccentric Victorian-era museum and library.