Berlin, Germany
Böhmisches Brauhaus
The abandoned remains of this Victorian brewery hide crumbling bowling alleys and rusting industrial gear.
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Berlin, Germany
The abandoned remains of this Victorian brewery hide crumbling bowling alleys and rusting industrial gear.
Berlin, Germany
These former Nazi anti-aircraft towers offer a singular view of the north of Berlin in the summer, and a sanctuary for bats in winter.
Berlin, Germany
After a nearly successful attempt on Hitler's life, the conspirators met their fate in the courtyard of this Berlin building.
Durham, England
Hundreds of years ago, this lion-shaped door knocker could help a person accused of a crime find temporary safe haven in Durham Cathedral.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Europe's first floating restaurant is home to a hilarious legend.
Edinburgh, Scotland
This statue stands as a message against the ills of Apartheid.
Bremen, Germany
Böttcherstraße's bells, extolling Nordic virtues and the great conquerors of the world.
Bremen, Germany
A stunning gilt bronze relief denounced by Hitler as "degenerate art"—even though it was dedicated to the Nazi leader.
Bremen, Germany
A spitting ode to a German serial killer.
Barcelona, Spain
This stunning iron gate designed by Modernist architect Antoni Gaudà is filled with mythic symbolism.
Cork, Ireland
A stunning medieval castle owned and restored by the famed actor Jeremy Irons.
Vienna, Austria
Collection dedicated to funeral rites, equipment, and mourning rituals of the Viennese.
Kassel, Germany
This German museum is devoted to all aspects of grave culture from headstones to coffins.
Kassel, Germany
A modern museum dedicated to the fairytales and dictionary work of the Brothers Grimm.
Cumbria, England
One of the best-preserved, yet least visited stone circle sites in Cumbria.
St Mawes, England
A 16th-century artillery fort built to protect England against European invasion.
Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland
A mural commemorating a man who was instrumental in the development and expansion of Belfast.
Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland
Commemorating the landing of William of Orange with his European army on their way to the Battle of the Boyne.
Bunnik, Netherlands
For years, the remains of this ancient Roman fortress were hidden under an orchard.
Saint Peter Port, Guernsey
An 800-year-old island castle in Guernsey's main harbor.
Madrid, Spain
One of Madrid's oldest trees, with a long and colorful history, resides in El Retiro Park.
Ambleside, England
This beautifully situated lakeside Roman settlement was likely built during the reign of the Emperor Hadrian.
The Hague, Netherlands
Strange secondhand shop showcasing taxidermy and oddies
Fleury-devant-Douaumont, France
Site of one of World War I's most horrific scenes.