This fort dates back to 1588 and was colonized by the Portuguese, Dutch, and English and sits prominently on the Indian Ocean where azure water lap the coast.

This peaceful, round shrine in the middle of the Sri Lankan jungle acts as a beacon of peace.

Huge herds of Asian elephants can be seen walking, bathing, and just chilling at this Sri Lankan park.

An ancient temple to the Hindu god Shiva surrounded by jaw-dropping scenery.

A Sri Lankan tea factory's ironic take on the Los Angeles landmark.

Known as the most scenic route in Sri Lanka, this train line is steeped in history and offers an unparalleled view of the country.

An ancient stone fortress considered by many to be the eighth wonder of the world.

Eighty million natural history specimens call this gargantuan museum home.

The "lost friend” is the most famous of the six moai statues that were removed from Easter Island.

The Tudor-style cottage in the middle of the square is not quite what it seems.

Nature took her revenge on the "Wickedest City in the World."

A memorial to the only dog ever officially enlisted in the Royal Navy.

Despite many attempts to finish this overpass, it has been abandoned since the 1970s.

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.

Ghosts of France's colonial past.

This structure atop a craggy cliff in one of the most beautiful parks in Paris boasts an unbeatable view.

Natural history museum celebrating biodiversity with a parade of taxidermy animals.

The water-powered carriages are long gone, but for over a century this funicular railway has been the fastest route to the highest point in Paris.

A majestic lion statue guards this Parisian botanical garden, and feeds on an unsettling item.

Known as the "Dodo Manège," this carousel features a herd of animals that have disappeared—or may be gone soon.

A haunting collection of the vanished and disappearing natural world.

A favorite Paris bar for U.S. expats, including Gershwin, Hemingway, and James Bond.

Though it may look like a businessman's lost luggage, this case suspended under a highway bridge is actually a contemporary art installation.