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

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

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

One of the two original gateways into the Kasbah, this gateway is a nesting site for storks.

Morocco’s modern capital was once a haven for Barbary pirates, who went so far as to establish a republic of their own.

Exploring the wilder, more passionate sibling of Erg Chebbi feels like discovering a secret sun-kissed planet from another galaxy.

The courtyard of this small Marinid madrasa is a dazzling example of intricate Islamic architecture.

Crumbling necropolis set high above Fez.

An awe-inspiring mosque in Morocco with one of the tallest minarets in the world.

Deliberately hidden for centuries, the magnificent Saadian Tombs were eventually uncovered in 1917.

Thousands of narrow alleyways in an ancient medieval city make up what's believed to be the world's largest car-free urban zone.

The largest madrasa in Morocco once housed more than 900 students within its exquisite walls.

A fortified city, home to a remaining population of five families

Fortune tellers, snake charmers, poets, and storytellers all gather on this historic square in Morocco.

The other side is actually green.

A Moroccan getaway in the mountain range that plays the Himalayas' stunt double.

Mosaics, storks, and brothels—this ancient city has it all.

The world's most remote airport.

The ominously named cave is home to some remarkable ancient art.

The largest stone moai on Rapa Nui.

In Costa Rica's cloud forest, the roots of a woody ficus create a botanical bridge.

These mysterious ancient stone spheres were created by a civilization lost to time and are now mostly lawn ornaments.

A valley of unique erosion patterns lends to a view like nothing on Earth.

Popular tourist destination where witches in dark hats sell dried llama fetuses for good luck.