The lost library of Alexandria, revived as a spearhead of cultural preservation.

This ancient structure is widely thought to be the oldest intact pyramid in the world.

A small but very fascinating fountain in the center of Rome with four books and a deer carved.

The first religious structure on the island of Luzon and a survivor of World War II.

A stunning Art Nouveau cinema in the heart of Budapest.

Haunted by a giant white snake, this pond is said to bring the rain and pubic hair.

The only natural gorge in metropolitan Tokyo, with lots of greenery and ancient burial chambers.

An eclectic temple with Chinese architecture, Korean lion-dogs, an Indian god and a legendary 700-year-old tree.

A slope with a mysterious name recalls a discontinued pre-war energy drink.

Three rare “road guardian” stelae with reliefs of the Tengu can be found in the town of Naruse.

Cute manhole covers commemorate the hometown of the real-life Ash Ketchum who created Pokémon.

View Japan's most historic city from a cyberpunk walkway suspended 150 feet above the ground.

According to legend, this cavern holds the passage that Persephone used to travel to and from the underworld.

Is this amazing tableau depicting Gilgamesh and Enki 4,000 years old?

Prowl through this sprawling bazaar under a massive Soviet-era dome for delicious eats.

A shopping mall housed in a historic cinema and hiding ancient ruins under its floors.

The burial place of one the greatest Arthurian authors, with the sword in the (grave)stone.

This lesser-visited World Heritage site in Athens boasts an impressive ensemble of medieval gold mosaics.

A centuries-old pine tree is growing through the floor and roof of this building.

Over 70 independent businesses have set up shop in this former Victorian department store.

Many mysteries surround these objects questioning whether they are cannonballs at all.

Where George Lemaître discovered the expanding nature of the universe.

Third time's a charm, or in this case, two testicles are.

These bronze statues depict the early days of trading in Singapore.