This centuries-old tree tells an unusual tale of vegetation and fertility in the desert.

Skyscraper powered by wind turbines attached between its towers.

This former Portuguese defensive fort atop a hill was occupied for thousands of years.

This cascade of mineral-rich hot springs and waterfalls is an oasis in the Jordanian desert.

The world's oldest map of the holy land gives us a fragmented glimpse of the layout of biblical nations.

The remains of three different ancient civilizations have been found at this rich archaeological site.

Perched above the bustling town of Kerak is a sprawling, ruinous castle that has witnessed nearly a millennia of Levantine history.

This flagpole ranks among the world’s tallest and can be seen from three countries.

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

One man's labor of love, Amman's oldest home has become a time capsule with its doors permanently open to artists and guests.

Home to over 1,000 street signs, this museum offers visitors an opportunity to travel over 70 years back in time.

An oasis of shade and color amidst the bustle of the old city.

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

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

This sprawling, formerly elite sporting complex in Amman, Jordan has become a local picnic spot.

The 20th-century archaeologist was interred among the ruins of an ancient Roman city.

Gladiators battle and chariots race daily in the ruins of a once-great Roman city.

This unique Lady Liberty is one of the only examples of the figure sitting down.

One of the most valuable palace-garden complexes in the eastern borderlands—and one of the most haunted.

This beautiful natural train tunnel is said to grant the wishes of visiting lovebirds.

One of the largest museums in Ukraine remembers the story of the German-Soviet War in iconic, brutalist style.

340-foot statue built to honour the Heroes of the Soviet Union.

The haunting complex honors the millions of Ukrainians who died in the forced famine under Soviet rule.

The deepest metro station in the world.