Copenhagen's celebrated theme park and gardens.

A favorite with sightseers and locals alike, this Norwegian funicular provides easy access to a stunning view of Bergen and its environs.

This functioning parish church is also the site of many concert performances due to its wonderful acoustics.

The design of this beautifully crafted building was inspired by Norwegian glaciers.

Across the Pacific in a raft, a museum dedicated to Thor Heyerdahl's now legendary expedition.

One man's exploration of the human form, including the bizarre and delightful "Man Attacked by Babies."

Home to three historic ships from the age of Vikings.

The Cape of Good Hope is not quite as low as you can go on the African continent, but it's still geographically significant.

Nelson Mandela lived here with his family from 1946 until his arrest in 1962.

Home to some of the oldest hominid fossils ever found.

Formerly known as the Malay Quarter, Bo Kaap is a colorfully-painted suburb located in the “Mother City” of South Africa.

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

Giant topiary dog once played a role in a terrorist bomb plot.

Gaudí's famously flamboyant architectural style is on full display in this sprawling park and garden.

One of Antoni Gaudí's most classic buildings is well-known for its "dragon-back" design.

Construction of Barcelona’s iconic (but controversial) church was finally completed in 2026—a century after the death of its architect.

The Port of Yokohama’s customs headquarters building resembles a Moorish kasbah, complete with a minaret.

This sculpture bears a tragic backstory that may have inspired a hauntingly beautiful children's song.

Tokyo’s “Kitchen Town” hosts a number of shops selling intricate food replicas.

Japan’s tallest Godzilla statue contains a piece of the original 1954 film within its base.

Rumored to be a giant robot in disguise, this colossal chef has been the beloved symbol of Tokyo’s kitchenware district for decades.

A small museum in a ward on the east side of Tokyo showcases the works of one of Japan's greatest ukiyo-e artists.

This enormous monument is one of the most iconic structures in Tokyo, rudely nicknamed "The Golden Turd."

Weighing nearly 7 tons, this massive sculpture was carved out of 500-year-old wood and decorated with thousands of jewels.