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

An ancient Egyptian temple in the middle of Madrid, Spain.

Elaborately carved to showcase the glorious wealth that the age of exploration brought to the Portuguese empire.

A hidden three-foot-wide house separates these two regal churches.

Ancient catacombs form the foundation for this Rococo orgy of a church.

This chapel is the site of a yearly pilgrimage that originated during the Middle Ages.

This enormous censer uses a pulley system installed over 400 years ago.

An icon of the city, this chapel features an amazing dome ceiling and offers panoramic views.

A stunning 18th-century site where pilgrims ascend by a series of punishing stairs only to return via funicular.