Ecuador’s historic seat of government has been quietly looted in recent decades, and no one knows how or by whom.

This historic street in Quito is known for its seven stone crosses—and one presidential assassination.

Quito's historic, main square dates back to the 16th century.

It took 160 years to complete the most ornate church in Ecuador.

The world's tallest aluminum statue is also the world's tallest image of a winged Virgin Mary.

A turquoise lake within a volcanic crater.

Massive volcano in the Andes is the farthest point from earth's center.

Ecuador's first Catholic church was built by Spanish conquistadors in 1534.

This church was transported brick by brick from the ruins of a 16th-century city into Panama City's current historic district.

This trio of Dominican cave lakes comprise a colorful biosphere of natural life.

The final resting place of Christopher Columbus - or possibly someone else.

A favorite with sightseers and locals alike, this Norwegian funicular provides easy access to a stunning view of Bergen and its environs.

Stockholm's tiniest statue is of a small boy looking at the Moon.

One of the world's first dedicated bank buildings in the world is now the oldest one.

An 18th century wonder of the world, lost in WWII, re-created at the Catherine Palace.

A 250-year-old timepiece-automaton adorned with golden mechanical birds, which still sing to this day.

One of Mexico's youngest major cities still holds on to this structure representing its short modern history.

A largely overlooked statue that may commemorate the first publication of 'Don Quixote' outside of Spain.

Mount Nyiragongo has erupted at least 34 times since 1882 and is home to the world's largest lava lake.

A hiking/biking/exploring trail that winds across over 140 miles of Rwandan shoreline.

The little bear in the "funny kind of hat" has made his way from London back to Peru.

Beautiful public park off the beaten path and away from tourists.

This museum housed in a former brothel explores the past and present of sex work in Amsterdam.

Amsterdam's former hotspot for public executions and dissections.