A massive volcanic plug is now a protected area that hosts a number of bird species.

Home to a forest of whimsical pygmy Coast live oak.

These otherworldly caverns form Earth's oldest known cave system.

This African beach is home to thousands of rare mainland penguins that are known for their annoying voice.

Formerly known as the Malay Quarter, Bo Kaap is a colorfully-painted suburb located in the “Mother City” of South Africa.

This road winds through the steep coastal cliffside offering spectacular views for those who brave the drive.

Baroque celebration of the end of the Great Plague of Vienna.

Dine amidst exotic plants at this former royal greenhouse.

An 18th-century battery complete with original kitchen and garrison.

This elegant Colombian fortress was one of the torture headquarters for the Spanish Inquisition.

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

This sweet-toothed bear searching for snacks has been a symbol of Madrid for decades.

An ancient Egyptian temple in the middle of Madrid, Spain.

The oldest restaurant in the world is this old-world Spanish eatery, still known for its suckling pig.

Climb inside an iron crystal magnified 165 billion times its normal size.

Meet the bronze beloved pet to a family of famous peeing statues.

Cozy basement bar sports an inventory of over 2,000 beers.

Brussels' favorite peeing boy has a sister.

A little sculpture with a large wardrobe.

A shining memorial to a Belgian hero is said to bring luck to anyone who touches it.

This general store offers visitors a glimpse back into the 1930s.

A glamorous hotel that once accommodated French resistance fighters and concentration camp survivors.

This statue was given to France by the United States to commemorate the centennial of the French Revolution.

The celebrated eyesore created by starry-eyed sweethearts.