This spectacular bridge supported by two gigantic hands looks like something out of a fantasy universe.

A solitary tree has grown up all alone on Lake Wānaka, backdropped by the beautiful Southern Alps.

One of the world's largest Tesla coils.

A galaxy of glowworms—larvae of a gnat—hides deep in the belly of these caves.

Modern art meets modern convenience in possibly the world's most architecturally important public bathroom.

Largest Kauri tree in New Zealand.

The massive, original Colgate Clock is mounted on a defunct factory building that was once a prison.

Haven for Cape Fur Seals, until the Ring of Death of jumping Great White Sharks arrives.

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

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

The Cape of Good Hope is not quite as low as you can go on the African continent, but it's still geographically significant.

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

Despite many attempts to finish this overpass, it has been abandoned since the 1970s.

This abandoned Antarctic base sits nearly unchanged since it was forsaken in the 1950s, just waiting for you to visit.

This abandoned Antarctic research station is a Soviet ghost frozen in time.

The intricate stonework of Machu Picchu serves as a testament to Incan engineers.

The large collection of pre-Columbian pottery might make you blush.

An elaborate shrine dedicated to the four corners of the world unfortunately misses its mark.

An exhibition devoted to the life (and posthumous taxidermy form) of the last known representative of the Pinta Island Tortoises.

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

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

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

The oldest known university in the world is in Fez, Morocco.

Traditional 11th-century outdoor tannery.