Perched above the bustling town of Kerak is a sprawling, ruinous castle that has witnessed nearly a millennia of Levantine history.

Concentrated around the Dead Sea, these surprising canyons are filled with coursing water, fish, and even crabs.

The world's oldest map of the holy land gives us a fragmented glimpse of the layout of biblical nations.

A more chill but no less fascinating version of the famous ancient archeological site.

An ancient capital city that dates back 3,000 years and harbors many surprises.

This mysterious abandoned fort looks like something pulled right from Arabian legend.

On any given day this sprawling market houses literally tons of government-regulated gold, gems, and precious metals.

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

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

This African beach is home to thousands of rare mainland penguins that are known for their annoying voice.

Where thousands of slaves passed through the "Door of No Return."

This series of rope-style bridges brings visitors into a jungle layer that is usually reserved for birds and monkeys.

This unassuming tree stump reportedly traces its roots to the famous pharaoh queen's reign.

A network of ancient Egyptian tombs built into the cliff face along the Nile.

One of its engravings is believed to be among the first representations of medical and surgical instruments.

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

These Egyptian statues have survived for 3,400 years and were an acoustic wonder of the ancient world.

The largest known Ancient Egyptian obelisk.

Standing atop 2nd-century Roman ruins, this church is one of the oldest and most iconic in Old Cairo.