A bust of Franz Kafka spins in pieces, reflecting the writer's inner torment.

What looks like a suicide in progress is actually a statue of Sigmund Freud.

Two stunning 17th-century libraries and a cabinet of curiosities.

The world's largest bicycle shelter can hold more than 12,500 two-wheelers.

This old KLM airplane cut into three parts was transformed into an eclectic airport gift shop.

The former headquarters of history's oldest megacorporation.

The last of Amsterdam's original sea level markers remaining in place.

This bird-loving brewery is situated in an old municipal bathhouse, nestled beside a 300-year-old windmill.

Oldest Protestant church in the Middle East, designed to resemble a synagogue.

This daunting 1st century fortress was purportedly the site of one of the most dramatic revolts of the Jewish-Roman wars.

Named for the biblical warrior, the largest castle in Israel actually dates to the Middle Ages.

The European towns of Brașov and Râșnov each have proud signs reminiscent of the Hollywood sign.

An eerie smiling woman looms above the granite tombstones.

These strikingly colorful paintings were created by a mysterious Mesoamerican civilization.

An indigenous take on European design creates a stunning visual overload.

An Aztec temple, the largest man-made pyramid in the world, sits buried in earth with a Spanish church set on top.

A plaque marks the spot where the saint was shoved off the Charles Bridge and into the river.

A church of bones, decorated with 40,000 human skeletons.

Eternal resting place of the grave robber and murderer who served as inspiration for many of cinema’s famous madmen.

The second-oldest garden cemetery in the U.S. was also a college brainstorm spot of Stephen King.

The highest point in Maine is a grand gift to the state citizens that also happens to be one end of the Appalachian Trail.

The eccentric mansion of one of the most popular horror authors of modern times.

This curiosity shop contains a museum filled with bizarre, unique objects.

This 24-acre park offers a place for meditation in the midst of Sedona's iconic red rocks.