A network of sandy streets lined with verdant fukugi trees weaves throughout this tiny seaside town.

This giant fashion model is one of the most beloved symbols of Nagoya.

In this German city center, the streets have no names.

A neighborhood church's unusual abstract stained glass was the final project of avant-garde artist Jean Cocteau.

A former ironworks that was the first UNESCO industrial site.

The official motto of Luxembourg reminds passersby of the Luxembourgish commitment to their national identity and sovereignty.

This curious sculpture represents the perseverance needed to take to the skies.

This exceptionally well-preserved ancient marvel also houses a small museum dedicated to Jordanian folk tradition.

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

The most gigantic, swoony, intimidating trio of fingers in all of antiquity.

The interior of this church has been turned into a memorial to locals who died in Croatia's Homeland War.

One of the very few mosques built by the Ottomans still standing in Croatia is now a Catholic church.

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.

This fountain has a growing (animal) population, and might also be growing in size.

When a supermarket opened up shop within a medieval building it became protected by UNESCO on a technicality.

This ancient Roman aqueduct once funneled water to Diocletian's palace.

The big toe of this towering monument to a Croatian national hero is worn from years of superstitious rubbing.

A larger-than-life monument to the inventor of the Bunsen burner.

A preserved college lock-up that recalls a clubhouse approach to discipline.

Sitting in the basement of a castle, the largest wine barrel in the world is bigger than most apartments.

This historic funicular system combines the old with the new while offering delightful views over the surrounding valley.

It's good luck to be mocked by this monkey.

Hitler's bleak vision of relaxation still stands as a mostly abandoned 10,000-room resort complex.