The unusual patterns in this rock formation result from two distinct modes of weathering.

Most-visited and most-photographed slot canyon in the American Southwest.

This stucco building in North Africa was the first American-owned property on foreign soil.

This restored 17th century synagogue is one of the few remaining structures in Morocco’s ruined Jewish quarters.

The designated Jewish quarter in Fez dates back to the 15th century.

One of the few places to grab a beer in Fez is a former British consulate.

At this faithfully preserved medina off the Moroccan tourist circuit you can walk through six centuries of history in one day.

Morocco’s modern capital was once a haven for Barbary pirates, who went so far as to establish a republic of their own.

Vast stretch of tide-pools with a unique Moroccan charm.

This vast masterpiece of Moroccan architecture spreads across 20 acres.

A fortified city, home to a remaining population of five families

Traditional 11th-century outdoor tannery.

Mosaics, storks, and brothels—this ancient city has it all.

The other side is actually green.

The largest madrasa in Morocco once housed more than 900 students within its exquisite walls.

Fortune tellers, snake charmers, poets, and storytellers all gather on this historic square in Morocco.

Founded as a refugee camp, now a popular tourist spot.

Morocco's Argania trees are infested with nut-hungry goats.

Thousands of narrow alleyways in an ancient medieval city make up what's believed to be the world's largest car-free urban zone.

An awe-inspiring mosque in Morocco with one of the tallest minarets in the world.

The world's largest concentrated solar power plant.

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

A museum celebrating Icelandic history and technology.

Along this wire fence, travelers have been leaving a particular memento since 2012.