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A magnificent, glittering building tucked into a tiny Bulgarian mountain town.

UNESCO-protected ancient burial ground.

A striking symbol of the Bulgarian capital.

A spectacular Bulgarian cave resembling a devil's head with a waterfall rushing down its throat.

This historic black and white monastery is one of Bulgaria's architectural jewels.

An architectural marvel that spans the Arda River, and has stories of a haunted past.

Carefully reconstructed after the Bosnian War, this 16th-century bridge stands as a symbol of the country's enduring multicultural heritage.

Two bulls enter. One leaves a champion—but neither loses its life.

This picturesque monastery at the base of a cliff is a peaceful oasis open to all visitors.

Some of the best-preserved specimens of the monumental medieval tombstones found throughout Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Place with alleged mystical powers in Old Orthodox Church in Sarajevo.

A number of craters left by fatal mortar strikes have been filled with red resin to remember those lost during the Siege of Sarajevo.

This surreal memorial/cemetery is a necropolis of crumbling stonework and puzzle-shaped headstones.

Oriental bazaar in the heart of Sarajevo.

This historic cemetery was inaccessible for several years due to dozens of land mines.

The place where World War I began.

These warring psychedelic crags commemorate an unsuccessful military operation.

A war-torn Olympic relic is being overtaken by graffiti and nature.

This cluster of little wooden huts once ground local farmers’ wheat into flour during the days of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

There's a mini version of Iguazu Falls hidden in the Balkans, and it's got a rope swing.

You would never come across this tiny green oasis if you didn't know it existed.

The ruins of a castle sat decaying in this park for years before a massive renovation restored this area to its past beauty.

Learn about stars, weather patterns, or just enjoy the panoramic view of Ghent.

A massive, gleaming sea turtle with a rider atop its shell looks out over the horizon.