A former Latvian headquarters of the brutal KGB secret police is now open as a grim reminder of their atrocities.

This celebration of Latvia’s freedom and independence avoided demolition over half a century of Soviet occupation.

A black cat protests the City Guild in Riga's Old Town.

A statue built to honor the elite soldiers who fought for Latvia during World War I.

The oldest housing complex in Riga is a mini timeline of architectural trends.

This charming Latvian lane doubled as Baker Street on the Soviet Union’s version of Sherlock Holmes.

The reconstruction of this prominent building fulfilled a long-written command.

With a design inspired by traditional Latvian textiles, this monument honors the Latvian people who suffered under Soviet occupation.

A harem-inspired Moorish fantasy design in a Victorian-era Welsh castle.

The castle still holds traces of the abandoned Roman fort it was built atop.

An impromptu shrine appeared shortly after beloved "Torchwood" character Ianto Jones was killed off the show.

This plaza is home to a number of works, including Montpellier‘s own Arc de Triomphe.

A domino effect created with Britain’s iconic telephone boxes.

The world's first purpose-built motor racetrack was destroyed by the outbreak of two world wars.

This display showcases the culinary equivalent of steel-toe boots during World War I.

Once believed to be a sacred Roman legionary symbol, this bronze figure inspired the 1954 novel 'The Eagle of the Ninth.'

Touching the iron railings of Tarragona's balcony to the Mediterranean is said to bring good luck.

Long tunnels run under the ancient chariot racing circuit to the tower.

This Roman arena once played host to bloody gladiatorial battles.

A statue of a boy looks up at where the famous rival to the Leaning Tower of Pisa once stood.

Vibrant street art created with mixed media.

Turntable anonymously received orphans, alms, and groceries.

Giant eggs, walls of bread, and nightmare surreality mark the largest collection of works by Salvador Dalí.

Kissing the ass of this stone lioness has become a rite of passage in the city of Girona.