A whimsical bridge adorned with decorative dragons.

This one-time health resort was used by aristocrats around the world.

A misnamed well, with a deep dark past.

These abundant, over-the-top monuments are so widely scattered that they define the entire compact capital cityscape, often leading to jokes about whether there are more statues than residents.

This fortress dates back to the 6th century and is also the site of a controversial abandoned restoration project.

A curious cave church carved into the face of a cliff.

These historic defenses ensured the city within would survive hundreds of years of occupations, sieges, and invasions.

This ornate church has survived Nazi and Soviet occupation, including a short stint as a Soviet-era gymnasium and cinema.

Pompeii's less famous neighbor is still revealing her secrets.

Built in 1870 at the bridge that connected Buda and Pest, this spectacular incline railway was almost lost forever during World War II.

The fairy tale castle of the “fairy-tale king,” this was also the inspiration for Disney’s “Sleeping Beauty.”

Visitors dating back to the 1600s carved their marks in the stones of the iconic tower.

Walk along the medieval fortifications that have been protecting Tallinn since the 14th century.

Now harmless, this looming post struck fear into the heart of medieval troublemakers.

One of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters is still used today, but for less brutal events.

A musical instrument played by the sea.

A chain of 16 wondrous lakes formed as a result of the gradual dissolution of soluble layers of bedrock.

The remains of the last Bosnian fortress to fall to the Ottomans are still standing.

This picturesque monastery at the base of a cliff is a peaceful oasis open to all visitors.

Oriental bazaar in the heart of Sarajevo.

This cluster of little wooden huts once ground local farmers’ wheat into flour during the days of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

Bridge that died in war and was resurected.

There's a mini version of Iguazu Falls hidden in the Balkans, and it's got a rope swing.

A little sculpture with a large wardrobe.