What's believed to be the country's first shrine is, in Shintō mythology, the annual meeting place of the gods.

This bridge is so steep it looks like a rollercoaster.

Turn around and stick your head between your legs for the best view of this tree-covered sandbar.

The largest archaeological site from the Yayoi period.

This is no ordinary coffee chain outlet—it's an architectural masterpiece.

In the oldest zen temple stands a descendant of the very tree that introduced tea to Japanese culture.

An abandoned giant glass dome sits in the bay in “the Venice of the East.”

This whimsical garbage disposal facility receives around 12,000 accidental tourists each year.

A Japanese corporation has turned this small island town into living modern art gallery.

An underground city of salt.

These stained-glass windows are all that remains of a building that was the target of one of the biggest explosions in London after World War II.

This modest relic, with rich history as a strategic fort through multiple eras.

A gorgeous, nostalgic café housed in a lofty old warehouse, lit only by petroleum lamps.

An open-air museum exhibiting a total of 52 century-old buildings, recreating Hokkaido’s “pioneer village.”

An undeciphered text is inscribed on a mysterious stone slab.

This stone tower was built to protect Crete from incoming pirates.

A fantastic castle rumored to be the birthplace of King Arthur.

It is said the legendary wizard once lived in this sea cave beneath Tintagel Castle.

This Japanese national treasure was originally built in 593.

Dedicated to humankind's achievements in aviation, this Shintō shrine is notable for its Greek-style architecture and collection of aircrafts.

Surreal giant face-pillars welcome visitors from across the globe to this hotel.

The once highest point in China blends symbolic design with a kick of adrenaline.

World's largest film studio, where visitors tour the decaying sets that litter the harsh desert environment.

Guatemalan womanizer, venerated during Holy Week.