A 19th-century relic of timekeeping.

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

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.

These "50 Fortresses" have been unearthed in the ancient oasis of Khwarezm.

Ancient barriers wrap around what was once an important stop along the Silk Road.

Pompeii's less famous neighbor is still revealing her secrets.

Geometry and mystery come together in an epic show of octagonal masonry.

An Italian hillside ghost town.

One of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters is still used today, but for less brutal events.

This mysterious but iconic tapered tower appears in many Azeri fairytales and legends.

Resonant stone, that has been played since prehistoric times.

Home to nearly a third of the world's mud volcanoes, Azerbaijan is home to a messy, bubbling, and sometimes explosive landscape.

A shrine of fire worship built on top of a natural flame.

A unique museum dedicated to culture and artistry of carpet weaving.

The reconstruction of this prominent building fulfilled a long-written command.

This wrecked ghost ship has been rusting on a Greek beach since the 1980s.

An extraordinary mix of Phoenician, Roman, early Christian, and Byzantine ruins beautifully set overlooking the Mediterranean.

On this stunning Scottish island, you can walk in the footsteps of dinosaurs.

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

A star-shaped fortress town fort built in the geometric model of the Renaissance utopian city.

This communist behemoth is the heaviest building in the world and a legacy of a brutal regime.

This sweet-toothed bear searching for snacks has been a symbol of Madrid for decades.