These otherworldly formations were shaped over millions of years by the forces of nature.

A symbol of hope, survival, and national character, especially after it rose phoenix like from the flames.

This 23-foot-tall bear stands amid the hustle and bustle of Hamad International Airport.

The world's oldest bookshop still in operation.

Order scoops of pandan, lychee, and black sesame at this family-run institution.

The world’s oldest and biggest bookstore stocking only mystery, crime fiction, espionage, and thrillers.

This beautiful building in the heart of Manhattan's Financial District was empty for decades.

This popular bar has been blurring the line between normal and edgy for more than 75 years.

The notorious "Hanoi Hilton" where Vietnamese colonial subjects and later American POWs, including John McCain, were imprisoned.