This strangely vacant Western amusement seems to be an empty tribute to residents of Lucerne Valley.

Abandoned silver mine strewn with wrecked and twisted structures.

Once an unstoppable source of gold and silver, this town came to a grinding stop when the groundwater proved deadly.

A little-known hot spring haven right below the highway.

At one time this small mining village was the highest town in America but now it sits abandoned while the mine churns on.

A small oasis not far from downtown Moab.

Slum Settlement Filled With Mountains of Garbage.

Hundreds of thousands of ancient documents offer a unique glimpse into Jewish life in Cairo.

A preserved oasis with traditional Andalusian-style architecture and beautiful views of the Nile.

The massive cave church of Cairo's Zabbaleen community is one of the largest Christian churches in the Middle East.

A short volcanic hill in Quito doubles as a stellar observation point of an iconic statue.

This huge green space packed with activities will make you forget you're in the middle of the Ecuadorian capital.

Quito's historic, main square dates back to the 16th century.

The gondolas let you glimpse a bird's-eye view of one of the world's highest capital cities.

An elaborate shrine dedicated to the four corners of the world unfortunately misses its mark.

A turquoise lake within a volcanic crater.

A mouldering Colombian bull ring stands as a reminder of the country's complicated relationship with a brutal sport.

In the heart of Medellín, an artsy urban complex sets the stage for demonstrations and protests.

A celebration of Colombia’s premier contemporary artist.

This city park wants you to take your shoes off.

A self-taught astronomer fell in love with the stars and built his own observatory in Colombia.

Outdoor escalators and art have helped change what was once a notoriously dangerous part of Medellín.

Home to 23 voluptuous and instantly lovable sculptures by one of Latin America's most celebrated artists.

An inspired museum dedicated to the patron saint of enslaved people, inside the cloisters where he lived and died.