A tiled, multi-level garden of survival in Lyon.

Lyon's "Wall of the Silk Weavers" is one of the largest murals in Europe.

A centuries-old bar once frequented by Picasso, Hemingway, and Dalí.

The spot where Oxford garnered its name was also home to a medieval philosopher and includes a house covered in statues.

A 26-foot shark sculpture—a statement about bombs—set off a municipal battle royale.

These shopping center benches are actually a modern art installation.

This symbol of the French Revolution still stands where it was first planted during the 18th-century.

Montmartre's sole surviving windmill became an iconic landmark for 19th-century painters, artists, and bohemians.

This amazing example of Valencian Art Nouveau looks more like a cathedral than a public market.

Over 70 independent businesses have set up shop in this former Victorian department store.

Regency-era excess on the English Coast.

Once one of the largest rooms full of books in the world, this bookstore basement is still a treat for bibliophiles.

A monument to one of the greatest matadors of all time.

Drink the 'Blood of Christ' in this Roman Catholic fever dream.

Grottoes, sculptures, and recycled ceramics permeate what was once just a small farm in France.

A plaque marks the house in Stockholm where the French philosopher René Descartes lived up until his death.

A large collection of ancient runestones decorates this university courtyard.

Legend says this fabled well held part of a mythical Norse tree.

The official meeting point for the oddly named governing assembly of ancient Sweden.

Ancient burial grounds of the wealthy.

This centuries-old rooster survived a devastating fire.

An abstract representation of weather in Sweden.

A temporary art piece to celebrate LGBTQ Pride is now a permanent part of Stockholm's traffic landscape.

The Swedish flag over this small naval fort signals that the nation is at peace.