A gateway to a mysterious network of underground tunnels.

A bright little alley in La Boca is a part of tango history.

A tower devoted to — and modeled after — the Divine Comedy.

Buenos Aires' city of the dead contains some very famous remains, including Eva Perón.

A monument to the conquistador became increasingly controversial in the very city that he founded.

Lima’s Museum of Anthropology is lined with thousands of elongated human craniums.

This 12-inch-tall wooden sculpture of a winged Virgin Mary has inspired much devotion and countless replicas.

Quito's historic, main square dates back to the 16th century.

After Christopher Columbus died, his son built a fancy house to rule from.

The first official clock in North America, it kept time for the Spanish government of Santo Domingo.

Built in 1512, the oldest cathedral in the Americas.

The final resting place of Christopher Columbus - or possibly someone else.

A Mayan village preserved for centuries in volcanic ash.

In the middle of this historic colonial city resides a modernist government building known as the UFO.

This immense scene of a cosmic battle between a jaguar and serpent illustrates the Aztec concept of the duality of life.

This pre-Hispanic apartment complex also includes ancestral paintings that point to its military past.

This baroque wonder is filled with a trove of artistic treasures.

Dating back to the second century, vestiges of prehispanic mural paintings are found in this underground palace.

This eerily opulent residential museum is home to a haunting local legend.

This Mexico City subway station will make you feel like you've been transported to the London Underground.

A shining treasure trove of fine Mexican silver dating back to the 15th century.

This stunning and ethereal mural symbolizes the beauty, unity, and diversity of humankind.

Iconic red and white plaques show the creative names invented to navigate the city streets.

An incredible collection of Mesoamerican art assembled by one of Mexico's great artists.