After the construction of a nearby cathedral obstructed the view, the oldest belfry in Belgium was more than doubled in height.

The medieval center of the Islamic world was also once the seat of Saladin's sultanate.

The Great Fire of London and the regulation of one-way streets both started in this alley.

This Underground station has been a popular filming location for decades, even before it closed.

The tradition of open-air secondhand and antiquarian bookselling in Paris dates back to the Renaissance.

This public elevator links the lower city to the upper city of Salvador.

One of the oldest continuously-operated gay bars in the United States is allegedly haunted by Truman Capote and Tennessee Williams.

This celebration of Latvia’s freedom and independence avoided demolition over half a century of Soviet occupation.

Built by the Portuguese colonists in the early 16th century, this fort is one of the oldest European structure in Asia.

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

Time has been frozen at this station since the bombing in 1980—or so it was believed.

Straight out of a nightmare, barcode-faced babies climb up and down Prague's television tower.

Legend has it that this bronze orb, which sat atop an ancient Egyptian obelisk, once held the ashes of Julius Caesar.

A famed artist's inspiring work of peace and tolerance.

A narrow opening between the mountains of the Amalfi Coast creates a scenic hidden beach.

According to tradition this is the oldest church in Venice, but its actual age is a mystery.

A stunning gilt bronze relief denounced by Hitler as "degenerate art"—even though it was dedicated to the Nazi leader.

A massive marble foot is tucked away in a small alley near the Pantheon.

Chelsea's soldiers were given strict orders when crossing this historic bridge.

A unique, eye-catching statue that carries an important message of hope.

Every year, the town of Menton, France, turns lemons and oranges into giant sculptures depicting windmills, dragons, and more.

This steep cable railway has been hoisting passengers in the heart of Québec City for over a century.

This expansive bridge in the Canadian wilderness was originally just built for friends.

Twelve sweet, nutty, life-sized statues are housed in this second-story shrine to almond paste.