Despite a legend that says this highest peak in Oregon was climbed in high heels, scores of people have died on its slopes.

Multiple waterfalls and several historic CCC buildings anchor this state park in Oregon's Willamette Valley.

A heavenly experience, right here on Terra Firma.

Home to fantastic views and ancient graves.

The ruins of a pre-Columbian fortress city so secure it held off the Spanish conquistadors for over 20 years.

This ancient theater was once the home of fierce gladiatorial battles.

Climbing to the top of the cathedral's bell tower offers sweeping views of these medieval ruins.

This hauntingly beautiful cemetery outside a medieval citadel is full of winding paths and ivy-covered graves.

A medieval church built up to defend its village.

Nine centuries-old fortresses guard the walls of this medieval Romanian city.

A stunning 18th century pharmacy and medieval chemist's collection.

Something's watching you.

The European towns of Brașov and Râșnov each have proud signs reminiscent of the Hollywood sign.

A fire once nearly devoured this gorgeous 14th-century Gothic cathedral.

This snug medieval lane is one of the narrowest streets in the world.

This once-derelict building is now one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world.

The possible imprisonment of Vlad the Impaler here earned the medieval castle its nickname, "Dracula's Castle."

This elaborately decorated, fairytale-like Romanian royal palace is one of the most striking castles in Europe.

This fairy-tale castle would make Dracula (who is said to have been imprisoned there) jealous.

The abandoned "Red Star Train Graveyard" is the final rusting place for precious artifacts of train history.

How did an Australian statue of the Bard of Avon end up in the Hungarian capital?

A diminutive statue that was inspired by the sculptor's own daughter.

A triumphant marble and bronze fountain depicting a 15th-century Hungarian king and his hunting party.

This building has survived for more than a century and remains virtually untouched.