Places hymeneinstein Wants to Go

These wire animal sculptures commemorate the exotic inhabitants that once called the Tower of London home.

Sacked by Vikings, blessed by William the Conqueror, dealt a fatal blow during the French Revolution—these ruins have seen it all.

The tallest waterfall in the Judean Desert is named for its connection to a biblical figure.

A vast and opulent collection of art and show dog memorabilia collected over one man's lifetime.

The oldest church in Serbia was also the ecclesiastical seat of the region during the Middle Ages.

This 14th-century temple is also known as the "Temple of the Golden Pavilion" for its gorgeous gilded reliquary hall.

Take a few seconds to look at this abandoned, art-filled station as you pass by on the subway to Ueno.

This monumental gateway marks the northern edge of Brighton and is a welcome sign to all visitors to the seaside city.

This outcropping was once home to a medieval monastery destroyed during the Ottoman conquest.

A flight of this "ghost staircase" has 40 steps on the way up, but only 39 steps on the way down.

This wooden chair dates possibly back to the 15th century, and commemorates a local legend.

Only open for two days a year, this church links ancient Greek and modern Christian celebrations.

An abandoned church gets a second life as a massive beer hall and event space.

This iconic Peak District ridge was once one of the busiest roads in medieval Britain.

A historic, reportedly haunted pub that provided inspiration for several famous adventure novels.

This iconic sluice gate is a favorite haunt for joggers, fishing enthusiasts, and even ghost hunters.

The 16-foot sculpture of a hand looks out from his perch on top of an art gallery.

This small museum nestled inside a souvenir shop is dedicated to Sweden's most well-known toy.

The little tuxedo cat survived the trip, then languished in obscurity.

Morocco’s modern capital was once a haven for Barbary pirates, who went so far as to establish a republic of their own.

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

This now-abandoned outcrop is an important Native American spiritual site, overtaken by European settlers and mining pollution.

Tell this pair of "love-inviting" cats in Ginza your romantic hopes.

Visitors to this park are welcomed by an ancient Japanese megalithic tomb that dates back to the sixth century.