In Kazakhstan, a colorful cathedral with many lives once survived the most powerful earthquake in the region.

This sprawling market is a one-stop shop for traditional Kazakh foods, from mare’s milk to sheep’s head.

Mysterious spherical rocks in the semi-desert of western Kazakhstan.

An entertainment center in a huge transparent tent.

A modern tower, symbolizing the legend of a golden egg on top of the tree of life.

Atop one of Windhoek's most popular eateries is a monument to Namibia's most resilient vehicle.

Road signs in Namibia mark the location of one of the five major circles of latitude.

Ancient artists in the middle of nowhere.

In Namibia there is an installation that explores the intertwined linguistics and existential beliefs of an imaginary community.

This "dead marsh" sits among the largest sand dunes in the world, a forest frozen in time.

This African beach is home to thousands of rare mainland penguins that are known for their annoying voice.

An odd little fishing town that is inundated by tourists looking to be locked up in a cage and surrounded by great white sharks, because why not?

The world’s most biodiverse place when it comes to plants.

Just outside Lesotho's capital city, a rock formation takes the shape of a powerful predator.

Not only does this shop sell mokorotlo, the traditional hat of Lesotho, the building is shaped like one.

This sandstone plateau once served as a stronghold for Lesotho's King Moshoeshoe I and his subjects.

An 18th-century hideout became a permanent and ongoing residence for one Lesotho tribe.

Take a step into the Cretaceous Period with these preserved dinosaur tracks.

Brace yourself for the slowest, scariest, most spectacular drive, down the Drakensberg Escarpment.

South Africa's postal service began with a letter left in a boot beneath this tree.

A miniature park, fairy garden, milkshake bar, museum, and micronation in one.

A larger-than-life representation of the humble aloe plant.

This road winds through the steep coastal cliffside offering spectacular views for those who brave the drive.

All that remains of a Japanese fishing vessel that ran aground in 1982.