Rainwater transformed this old quarry into a peaceful pond you won't find in most tourist books.

On the cliffs of São Jorge in the Azores stand the remains of a lighthouse that was struck by a series of earthquakes.

Bits of flat terrain surrounded by cliffs make one of the most beautiful landscapes in the Azores.

This Transylvanian church has changed its denomination four times.

This Slovakian statue of an emerging sewer worker might just be a bronze peeping tom.

This Slovak bridge is known both for its connection to a national uprising and its UFO-shaped eatery.

The oldest surviving wooden bridge over Rhine lets travelers cross easily from Switzerland to Liechtensten.

Swedish skyscraper with a 90° twist.

This chimerical bridge/tunnel appears to dead end right into the sea.

This seaside pine grove features an exclusive watchtower that presents amazing views.

Featured in one of the most iconic scenes in cinema history.

Destruction from Armenia's 1988 earthquake inspired an artist's sculptures of scrap metal.

The Greek War of Independence was declared at this medieval Byzantine sanctuary.

For decades, Puerta del Sol has been illuminated by a giant, guitar-wielding bottle of sherry.

A stunning 18th-century site where pilgrims ascend by a series of punishing stairs only to return via funicular.

This castle has links to Portugal’s founding and struggles for independence.

Europe's largest collection of matchbox designs is a fascinating exploration of the cultural history of the world.

A deer-headed statue that brings together a 12th-century legend and big wave surfing.

This little-known national museum houses over 40,000 works of art from across the world.

This extinct volcano rises above Edinburgh and is special for its panoramic views over the city.

One of the tallest lighthouses in the world also serves as a monument to the fallen of World War I.

Breathtaking and huge 430 year old maps of Italy.

This hidden Art Nouveau courtyard is an opulent feast for the eyes.

This monumental fountain has moved around the city multiple times.