Valencia, Spain
The Bat of Miracle Street
A bad omen turned symbol of good fortune now adorns a hidden palace in the quiet streets of Valencia's old town.
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Valencia, Spain
A bad omen turned symbol of good fortune now adorns a hidden palace in the quiet streets of Valencia's old town.
Valencia, Spain
Across Valencia lie the remains of three ancient fortifications built centuries apart: a Roman enclosure, an Islamic expansion, and a medieval Christian wall.
Valencia, Spain
Walk into an underground archeological dig, the site of the Roman Forum that was once the center of Valencia.
Valencia, Spain
Of the many chalices in the running for the Holy Grail, this one in Valencia Cathedral sure looks the part.
Valencia, Spain
With a facade that measures just 107 centimeters, this five-story building is one of the skinniest in Europe.
Valencia, Spain
This amazing example of Valencian Art Nouveau looks more like a cathedral than a public market.
Piran, Slovenia
Piran’s oldest square is laden with history and a beautiful 18th-century reservoir.
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Inspired by the Rialto Bridge in Venice, these three clustered bridges were just one part of a Slovenian architect’s grand vision.
Ljubljana, Slovenia
A public work of art that also provides some relief from the summer heat.
Ljubljana, Slovenia
When this monument to Slovenia's national poet was erected, it's said to have sparked the ire of nearby church authorities.
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Slovenia's first mosque is a striking mix of Islamic and modernist architecture.
Ljubljana, Slovenia
This former railway facility is the oldest in Slovenia, and now houses a museum showcasing the history of steam locomotives.
Stahovica, Slovenia
An otherworldly alpine pasture in Slovenia with historical ties to WWII and architecture that recalls Middle Earth.
Vienna, Austria
A monument dedicated to a lone, brave invader.
Vienna, Austria
Vienna's diversity-themed traffic lights were inspired by the Eurovision Song Contest.
Vienna, Austria
The townhouse where the "Blood Countess" Elizabeth Báthory started her murderous career.
Vienna, Austria
In the middle of a Vienna square, Roman ruins dating back some 2,000 years are on display.
Vienna, Austria
Dine amidst exotic plants at this former royal greenhouse.
Vienna, Austria
A tropical paradise just a short trip from the opera house is filled with beautiful winged creatures.
Vienna, Austria
The final resting place for the remains of 143 Habsburg royalty.
Vienna, Austria
Baroque celebration of the end of the Great Plague of Vienna.
Vienna, Austria
The crypt of the imposing Stephensdom holds royal intestines and thousands of skeletons.
Las Vegas, Nevada
One of the world's tallest Ferris wheels takes visitors high above Las Vegas in a spinning party room.
Las Vegas, Nevada
Fans have made a utility pole near where the 90s musician was shot into an ersatz memorial.