Home to some of the oldest hominid fossils ever found.

A growing popular hipster market with over 100 local specialties and live music.

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

The buildings are among the few Frank Lloyd Wright structures still standing in Japan.

A shrine contains nearly 200 statues of the Buddhist deity Jizo, dressed in bibs by parents who have lost a child.

This little replica of Lady Liberty provides a bit of NYC in a Japanese city.

This isolated Japanese mountain village untouched by time showcases unique and stunning traditional architecture.

A Japanese corporation has turned this small island town into living modern art gallery.

A bronze statue dating back as far as 1252, still has remnants of gold on its right cheek from ancient gilding.

An ordinary pond with fish from out of this world.

A plaque marks the site directly below the mid-air detonation of the atomic bomb over Hiroshima.

A beautiful bamboo trail tucked in this famous Japanese shrine.

The quintessential Japanese rock garden has existed for more than 500 years.

This Japanese national treasure was originally built in 593.

1,001 carved statues of the Buddhist God of Mercy, each with a unique face.

This 700-year-old street food market features baby octopus and soy donuts.

The 10,000 Torii shrine.

This massive wooden building contains a giant Buddha, healing pillars, and tame deer wandering the grounds.

The sound of swaying stalks in this stunning grove has been named a governmentally recognized sound.

This copper-coated, multi-arched dome is surrounded by a moat and lights up at night.

Though considered an eyesore by some, this boxy Brutalist high-rise plays a significant role in Sydney's past.

Dozens of large-scale, creative, evocative curios from prominent artists dot the calm outdoor space around this major museum.

Homage to the local produce now serves as a car dealer.

A spectacular impact crater in the rugged heart of Central Australia.