Kamakura, Japan
Chikaramochiya
Open since 1690, this former teahouse makes “strength mochi” based on the centuries-old recipe.
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Kamakura, Japan
Open since 1690, this former teahouse makes “strength mochi” based on the centuries-old recipe.
Bocairent, Spain
For many years, the origin of these enigmatic artificial caves was the subject of debate among historians.
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Healing waters from a holy well, previously used by locals for doing laundry.
Kamakura, Japan
An eerie cluster of medieval cave-like tombs carved out of a cliff, hidden in a historic mountain pass.
Glasgow, Scotland
A discarded umbrella stand from a women's prison is an object of pride at a library that is dedicated to women's culture and achievements.
Doune, Scotland
The castle that provided the setting for much of 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail' is now a pilgrimage site for fans.
Sannicola, Italy
This 10th-century seaside abbey holds spectacular views and a window into the past.
Bucharest, Romania
Locals believe this abandoned ruin on the outskirts of Bucharest is haunted.
Madrid, Spain
Inaugurated three times, this tower offers some of the best views of Madrid.
Lewes, Delaware
Sip colonial-era cocktails at this monthly recreation of a 1740 watering hole.
Sierraville, California
The only remaining hotel on the 1860s Henness Pass route over the Sierra Nevada is being restored.
Zama, Japan
This former factory contains an amazing collection of around 400 mint-condition Nissan cars.
Peoria, Illinois
This graveyard is home to the so-called "Witch's Circle."
Savignano sul Rubicone, Italy
For many years, the river that Julius Caesar led his army across into Italy was lost until re-identified.
Birmingham, England
A collection of historic buildings in central Birmingham blend seamlessly into the cityscape but have an interesting story to tell.
Mumbai, India
An architectural marvel that combines Gothic architecture with Indian elements.
Istanbul, Turkey
Byzantine emperors ruled, lived, and died in this 13th-century palace-turned-museum.
Bristol, England
This pedestrian footbridge honors Pero Jones, an enslaved African who lived in Bristol.
Terni, Italy
Terni calls itself the "City of Lovers" and celebrates its links to Saint Valentine on February 14th—but is it the right Saint Valentine?
Garderen, Netherlands
Various sculptures are a rotating exhibit in this small town.
Isle of Skye, Scotland
This ruined castle is said to be the legendary keep of a Viking princess.
Paju, South Korea
An arts and culture complex that was once a derelict American military installation in the civilian control zone of the DMZ.
Birmingham, England
The largest public library in the United Kingdom was designed to reflect the industrial and artistic history of the city where it stands.
Stoney Middleton, England
This 15th-century church was once described as the ugliest in England.