A Spanish-style estate that has traded black ties for rock concerts.

One of the last members of the Byzantine Empire's last ruling dynasty is buried in the far-off soil of Barbados.

This stone commemorates the island's launch into international aviation.

A shrine built to combat the bad karma of a commercial venture.

This Bangkok high-rise looks like a rudimentary LEGO elephant.

Originating in the 16th century this fort is far more than a military structure.

This storied Buddhist temple is a rare example of a stupa within a stupa.

This fort dates back to 1588 and was colonized by the Portuguese, Dutch, and English and sits prominently on the Indian Ocean where azure water lap the coast.

This ancient cave temple complex is the largest and best-preserved temple complex in Sri Lanka.

Seven beautiful 1,000-year-old rock-cut Buddhist statues.

An ancient stone fortress considered by many to be the eighth wonder of the world.

A church made of steel.

These tiered rice paddies were carved into the hillsides 2,000 years ago.

Some locals believe the fabled lost gold of General Yamashida is hiding somewhere beneath the city.

Hundreds of wooden coffins dangle from cliffs and caves in the Philippines.

The largest and best-preserved Roman amphitheater in Africa was designed to seat 35,000 people.

A British general, a suggestive tree, a map of paradise.

Along the most northwestern point in Africa is an ancient cave surrounded by legends.

The defense built to protect one of the last found pieces of land on Earth.

This cemetery features modernist statues as strange as its name.

Gaudí's famously flamboyant architectural style is on full display in this sprawling park and garden.

Construction of Barcelona’s iconic (but controversial) church was finally completed in 2026—a century after the death of its architect.

One of Antoni Gaudí's most classic buildings is well-known for its "dragon-back" design.

A constellation of golden cobblestones shows the names of local children born under a full moon.