You don't have to be a diplomat to visit the so-called Camp David of the West.

Traversing these canyons, visitors can take in stunning views and glimpses of the region's history.

A bust of the entertainer and politician sits in an alcove at the Palm Springs Airport.

This bright and bubbly Palm Springs hotel was the brainchild of an iconic drag queen.

This site contains overlapping ancient graveyards that existed about 1,000 years apart.

Ruined 11th century abbey built by King David I in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.

The final resting place of soldiers' loyal canine companions.

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?

Erected in memory of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who was born close to this spot, this statue commemorates the author and his famous detective.

The oldest floral clock in the world still functions today.

An Irish town has built a statue to a silent film actor simply thanks to the holidays he once spent there.

Traveling this mountain pass reveals quaint stone buildings, stunning Irish scenery, and a bridge said to grant wishes.

The oldest surviving wooden bridge over Rhine lets travelers cross easily from Switzerland to Liechtensten.

Hilltop monument to the victory of a new nation in the Franco-Prussian War.

A rare water-powered funicular, it uses a huge tank of water and gravity to do its work.

This tremendous timepiece was once the largest cuckoo clock in the world.

The last Tsar of Russia constructed this private church just so he could attend services when visiting his wife's hometown.

A bridge to rival those in nearby Venice but without the crowds.

Two stone columns flank the grand Venice square, but there were supposed to be three.

These medieval skyscrapers dominate the skyline of this small Tuscan town.

A breathtaking viewing platform over the Alps.

The world's oldest known salt mine.

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