Turkmenistan
The Gates of Hell
A fiery crater has been burning in the Karakum Desert since 1971.
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Turkmenistan
A fiery crater has been burning in the Karakum Desert since 1971.
Beruni, Uzbekistan
These "50 Fortresses" have been unearthed in the ancient oasis of Khwarezm.
Kandovan, Iran
Modern-day cave dwellers carve elaborate homes out of volcanic debris.
Zanjān, Iran
Salt cured mummies continue to turn up in this Iranian mine.