An eclectic mix of influences rot together in harmony in this India necropolis.

A desert that rolls right up to the ocean, where it's so dry animals live off the fog.

This "dead marsh" sits among the largest sand dunes in the world, a forest frozen in time.

Bizarre living fossil only grows in a small chunk of the Namib Desert.

This magical place built as an astronomical center starred as a James Bond villain's lair.

A small town in Rajasthan has been dubbed the "City of Stepwells," and Raniji ki Baori is the queen.

A favorite haunt of Delhi's politicos and intellectuals, this old-school coffee shop was shut down under Indira Gandhi's Emergency.

The roof of one of the world’s largest spice markets provides a grand view over the neighborhood's glorious bustle.

Nestled among the artifacts of the National Crafts Museum, this hidden gem offers hard-to-find regional foods from all over India.

A startling, centuries-old subterranean marvel hides in plain sight.

This restaurant is proud to be built atop a burial ground.

Grab a latte at the birthplace of modern American skateboarding.

There is only one place in the world where the corners of four nations come together.

Isolated atop this Balinese sea crag is a lovely Hindu temple that is said to be guarded by sea snakes.

A health museum containing a 27’’½-foot intestine.

Crafted in 1911, this steam locomotive spent its entire working life in Flagstaff.

This 1930s log cabin began as a taxidermy museum but is now a popular country music venue.

The highest point in Arizona is an oddly snow-topped peak within the otherwise arid state.

A mysterious spirit totem at the edge of Navajo lands.

Witnessing the might of this dessert-colored desert waterfall is a rare, powerful treat.

This historic national park is covered in the stunning ruins of red rock pueblos.

Eons ago, a rushing lava river formed this pristine passage through solid rock.

A colorful architectural gem in Seattle’s uniquely modern Central Library.

This popular bar has been blurring the line between normal and edgy for more than 75 years.