This cozy café is housed in a repurposed pharmacy originally built in 1927.

This shrine is home to an unusual trifold torii and a replica Trafalgar Square lion.

A treasure trove of pathological, forensic, parasitological, and anatomical specimens.

On stormy days debris from this unfinished and abandoned skyscraper rains down on the Bangkok streets.

The bank's whimsical shape was inspired by a child’s toy.

This ambiguous pig shrine is actually a monument to a beloved queen.

Time-frozen department store of dangerous and dusty relics.

For centuries young Thai men used this Giant Swing as a slingshot to heaven.

The headquarters of the Mahanikai school of Buddhism, Thailand's largest monastic order.

Bangkok's men with dangerous jobs come here in search of protective talismans.

Bangkok celebrated its shifting monarchy with a militaristic homage to democracy.

A collection of venomous snakes and reptiles for the whole family to enjoy.

A colorful kitschy temple and floating market off the beaten path.

This elephant kraal is the only one remaining in Thailand, dating back to the 16th century when these massive mammals were integral players in war and trade.

When the USA donated cement and funds to expand the airport in Laos, the Laotians built a massive monument instead.

In the world's most bombed country relative to its size, this incredible organization helps pick up the pieces.

Located off a bustling strip, a silent teahouse employs workers with hearing- or speech-related disabilities.

One of Vietnam's most iconic landmarks was built by Japanese traders and is now in danger of sinking.

Giant pagoda houses the car that drove Thích Quảng Đức to his death by self-immolation.

Vietnam's feral abandoned water park offers access to a post-apocalyptic funscape, now with fewer crocodiles.

An extravagant monument to an extravagantly unpopular Emperor.

This bridge is embedded with a giant steel dragon that breathes fire from its mouth.

This small island declared independence from South Korea in the hopes of attracting tourists.

Plenty of old carney magic still haunts this photogenic amusement park.