This ancient structure is widely thought to be the oldest intact pyramid in the world.

The museum within the Kom-Ombo Temple complex houses mummified crocodiles and mummified crocodile eggs.

Known as the Sistine Chapel of Egypt, this tomb houses some of the most well-preserved paintings in Egypt.

These Egyptian statues have survived for 3,400 years and were an acoustic wonder of the ancient world.

One of the most well-preserved temples of ancient Egypt.

Standing atop 2nd-century Roman ruins, this church is one of the oldest and most iconic in Old Cairo.

A huge museum of much more than just agriculture displayed in a princess's palace.

A preserved oasis with traditional Andalusian-style architecture and beautiful views of the Nile.

These naturally balancing rocks were pictured on every Zimbabwean banknote, up to the 100 trillion-dollar note.

The Cape of Good Hope is not quite as low as you can go on the African continent, but it's still geographically significant.

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

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

Formerly known as the Malay Quarter, Bo Kaap is a colorfully-painted suburb located in the “Mother City” of South Africa.

This wildlife trust is dedicated to orphaned elephant rescue and conservation.

A pristine wildlife habitat against the backdrop of skyscrapers, nicknamed "The World’s Wildlife Capital"

Get tall with nature's lankiest beasts and their warthog friends at this Kenyan preserve.

The centuries-old trees lining both sides of this dirt road may become Madagascar's first natural monument.