Remnants of the city's Soviet history hover over this modern fast-food outlet.

This restored eighth-century palace is a shining example of ancient Umayyad architecture.

This exceptionally well-preserved ancient marvel also houses a small museum dedicated to Jordanian folk tradition.

Perched above the bustling town of Kerak is a sprawling, ruinous castle that has witnessed nearly a millennia of Levantine history.

A refurbished locomotive from a bygone era in the middle of the Jordanian desert.

Known as the "Valley of the Moon," this Jordanian wadi is one of the most amazing desertscapes on Earth.

The world's oldest map of the holy land gives us a fragmented glimpse of the layout of biblical nations.

Gladiators battle and chariots race daily in the ruins of a once-great Roman city.

An ancient capital city that dates back 3,000 years and harbors many surprises.

Teeming with illegal goods and services, this towering maze of vice is also a popular tourist accommodation.

The world's longest outdoor covered escalator system transports commuters through Hong Kong's hilly terrain.

Climb to the top of the world's largest seated bronze Buddha.

Nikola Tesla's ashes are held in a golden sphere, surrounded by his works.

This elaborate temple was built around one of the Buddha's teeth.

Once thought to be the Garden of Eden it holds a holy footprint claimed to belong to Adam, Buddha and Shiva.

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

This spectacular mosque houses the second-largest chandelier in the world.

Dedicated to the history of the 1,000 nuclear missiles that once covered the Great Plains.

One of the world's most definitive collections of musical instruments, spanning all cultures and historical periods.

England's most notorious suicide spot.

An ancient water supply dating back almost 500 years can still be found standing in East Sussex.

Also known as Rye Castle, this 13th-century fortification later became a prison and held one of Rye's most famous criminals.

Two gilded cherubs perched on a church bell tower have been reminding visitors of the finitude of life since 1760.

Henry VIII's forgotten castle was built by the gunpowder-obsessed king to be defended solely by cannons.