Places zdficken Wants to Go

All that remains of Jacques Cousteau's 1960s underwater "village."

These Nubian pyramids are strange and unique, even by pyramid standards.

This fortified sand barrier dividing a contested territory is the longest minefield in the world.

The quaint gallery displays works by artists from all across Mauritania.

Thousands of colorful pirogues showcase ingenious craftsmanship at the largest fishermen port in Nouakchott.

This remarkably well-preserved mosque stands amid an 11th-century caravansary.

The world's largest ship graveyard is the product of decades of corruption.

Five ancient libraries, little changed for centuries, preserve a medieval archive of Quranic lore and civic documents

A geological bull's-eye visible from outer space.

Climb atop one of the world's longest and heaviest trains for an unbelievable journey across the Sahara Desert.

In this desolate valley resides a gorgeous set of rocks sporting a technicolor design.

The ruins of an early-18th-century complex that could once house up to 12,000 horses.

The forgotten remnants of a land-to-sea cable car that was once unique in the world.

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

An old airplane engine forms an unusual cairn atop this Moroccan peak.

The world's largest concentrated solar power plant.

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

Enjoy fresh-baked bread and fish from a repurposed Portuguese fortress.

The former home of Dutch anthropologist Bert Flint now houses a collection of Berber art and artifacts.

Designed as a labyrinth, this subterranean prison was crafted without bars or doors.

North Africa's first museum of its kind preserves the culture of Moroccan women and their artistic achievements. 

Sleepy fishing port not included on many maps.

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

One of the tallest waterfalls in Africa is also home to a population of monkeys who enjoy the waters and the occasional guest.