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

This ancient town is full of stunning Ottoman architecture and streets so narrow trash collection is done by donkey.

Just outside of Jordan's capital lies an ancient castle and intriguing caves dating back to the Copper Age.

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

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.

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

Concentrated around the Dead Sea, these surprising canyons are filled with coursing water, fish, and even crabs.

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.

A historic trade hub teeming with gorgeous architecture, colorful goods, and vibrant designs.

The fire inside this temple has burned for more than 1,500 years.

This ancient burial site is believed to be one of the first earthquake-protected structures in the world.

A dreamy mausoleum honors Persia's most famous poet.

17th century mosque for Shah Abbas' harem.

Putrefaction plateaus in Iran, where the dead were sent for decontamination before going to their final resting place.

A spectacular rainbow of stained glass makes the "Pink Mosque" one of the most beautiful in Iran.

The palace of the King of Kings, burned by Alexander the Great.

Brush shoulders with animatronic Arab leaders made of silicone.

Modern museum, designed for Jihadi tourists.

An intimate look into the apartments of Jounieh via cable car.

Lebanese castle built by one man, over a lifetime.

This modernist cinema has survived war and reconstruction to become a symbol of Lebanon’s revolutionary spirit.