Places kattrewerts Wants to Go

This bazaar is one of the oldest in the Arabian world.

This spectacular mosque houses the second-largest chandelier in the world.

An imposing Omani fortress surrounded by date palm trees.

A sinkhole and now a swimming hole, too, full of dazzling turquoise water.

Perched above the bustling town of Kerak is a sprawling, ruinous castle that has witnessed nearly a millennia of Levantine history.

These ruins by the Dead Sea is where John the Baptist met his untimely end.

The remains of three different ancient civilizations have been found at this rich archaeological site.

This ancient town is full of stunning Ottoman architecture and streets so narrow trash collection is done by donkey.

This restored eighth-century palace is a shining example of ancient Umayyad architecture.

This cascade of mineral-rich hot springs and waterfalls is an oasis in the Jordanian desert.

This ancient stone necropolis is in danger of disappearing.

An oasis of shade and color amidst the bustle of the old city.

Concentrated around the Dead Sea, these surprising canyons are filled with coursing water, fish, and even crabs.

The world's oldest map of the holy land gives us a fragmented glimpse of the layout of biblical nations.

A more chill but no less fascinating version of the famous ancient archeological site.

An ancient capital city that dates back 3,000 years and harbors many surprises.

An 11th-century medieval castle cascades over the town of Numão.

A fortress off the West coast of Portugal that dates back to 1502.

This unassuming chapel in Portugal plays host to a ghoulish collection of bones.

A chunk of the "true cross" is held in this small Portuguese church where modern day exorcisms are said to be common place.

This castle has links to Portugal’s founding and struggles for independence.

A lush oasis full of vibrant plants and striking geometric displays.

A windswept necropolis carved into the rocks overlooks the "most Portuguese town in Portugal."

A neolithic tomb converted into a tiny chapel.