Vienna, Austria
'Stock-im-Eisen' Nail Tree
Legends surround an ancient tree trunk riddled with nails for good luck.
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Vienna, Austria
Legends surround an ancient tree trunk riddled with nails for good luck.
Vienna, Austria
The crypt of the imposing Stephensdom holds royal intestines and thousands of skeletons.
Khasab, Oman
Take the most scenic fjord landscape in Norway and add dramatic red cliffs, warm clear water, and playful dolphins.
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This massive piece of artwork weighs more than 250 tons, and was designed as a tribute to the first president of the United Arab Emirates.
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Whitewashed mosque contains the world's largest carpet.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The world's largest frame offers spectacular views of the city's past and present.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
A preposterously luxurious hotel with gold-plated iPads, Rolls Royce chauffeurs, and a staff that trains by watching "Downton Abbey."
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
On any given day this sprawling market houses literally tons of government-regulated gold, gems, and precious metals.
Bhaktapur, Nepal
Towering at a height of over 30 meters, this turn-of-the-18th-century landmark is the tallest temple in Nepal.
Bhaktapur, Nepal
The former stronghold of the Malla Dynasty has remained virtually unchanged since the 17th century.
Kathmandu, Nepal
One of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world keeps an eye out in every direction.
Kathmandu, Nepal
The oldest Hindu temple complex in Nepal serves as the seat of Nepal’s national deity, Lord Pashupatinath.
Kathmandu, Nepal
A place for local artists to showcase their works.
Kathmandu, Nepal
This legendary clock tower has dominated Kathmandu’s skyline since it was built in 1894.
Pokhara, Nepal
A museum with a window view of the Himalayas and an on-site climbing wall.
Kathmandu, Nepal
Nailing a coin to this holy stump is just another way to ask the gods for relief from dental pain.
Kathmandu, Nepal
This elegant neoclassical garden is a peaceful oasis in the middle of the Nepalese capital.
Kathmandu, Nepal
A brick building in Kathmandu's Durbar Square is home to Nepal's most prominent living goddess.
Kathmandu, Nepal
This historic square in Nepal is home to temples dating back to the third century.
Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka
This site was once the religious, cultural, and trade center of Sri Lanka.
Dambulla, Sri Lanka
This ancient cave temple complex is the largest and best-preserved temple complex in Sri Lanka.
Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
An ancient stone fortress considered by many to be the eighth wonder of the world.
San Juan Teotihuacan de Arista, Mexico
A striking depiction of Teotihuacan's mysterious "Spider Woman."
Unawatuna, Sri Lanka
This peaceful, round shrine in the middle of the Sri Lankan jungle acts as a beacon of peace.