Places Leininho Wants to Go

In this tiny Iranian town playing on the roof isn't just encouraged, it's the only place to go.

Colorful mineral deposits turn these mountains into an Impressionist fantasy.

Modern-day cave dwellers carve elaborate homes out of volcanic debris.

This lake in northwest Iran has started turning from green to red more frequently than scientists are comfortable with.

This ancient abandoned church in a remote part of Turkey is in danger of falling over.

Standing proud atop a Turkish bluff, this Ottoman palace has retained its grandeur despite being abandoned for centuries.

Natural rock formation, or biblical artifact that saved Earth's wildlife two by two?

Mausoleum and Holy Seat of Antiochus I of Commagene.

This ancient subterranean megalopolis is known for the hot oil traps that were installed above each of its entrances.

Live a night as a Byzantine King, with a minibar and private jacuzzi.

While not Turkey's deepest underground city, this subterranean redoubt is the largest.

In this historic region, homes and churches are carved into ancient volcanic rock formations.

The deepest underground city in Turkey was designed to protect 20,000 people behind massive stone doors.

Mediterranean castle on a tiny Turkish island.

The best-preserved ancient theater in the world.

This arch granting triumphal entrance into Antalya was designed to honor the emperor's visit.

Once described as the "Eagle's Nest," this ruined ancient city rests on a remote mountaintop.

A deadly ancient portal to the underworld.

Roman ruins top white travertine terraces formed by ancient hot springs.

Flames have been burning within this mountain for more than 2,500 years.

Roman ruins, natural methane fires and a lovely beach.

A Lycian city of the dead carved into the hillside of Southern Turkey, complete with startlingly human touches.

This church houses the tomb—but not the remains—of St. Nicholas, the likely progenitor to Santa Claus.

Hidden just under the waters around this Turkish island are the ruins of a once great city.