A bronze statue dating back as far as 1252, still has remnants of gold on its right cheek from ancient gilding.

Is this cat asleep or just pretending?

See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil.

A remarkable lava formation encloses a line of Buddhist statues that can't be accurately counted, according to local mythology.

Not quite the menace it once was, this monster still has some chops.

Although it has never been a secret ninja base, this shrine still has plenty of tricks up its sleeve.

A displaced shrine that was put back after a string of bad luck.

Nine Gardens in one—with tea service.

This glass wall is gradually filling up with paper cranes, in honor of Hiroshima’s past and dedication to its future.

A plaque marks the site directly below the mid-air detonation of the atomic bomb over Hiroshima.

Peace Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome.

An eerie reminder to the horrors of World War II.

This massive neon wheel is the only one of its kind to be built over a bridge.

A life-sized imperial army, buried in battle formation, has stood underground for over 2,000 years—built not for war, but for eternity.

An ancient fortification lives on in this Chinese city.

Although resembling a grand Buddhist temple, this structure is actually the largest mosque in China.

An unusual and beautiful form of mass transit serves the city's steepest neighborhoods.

Located outside Medellín, this Colombian park focuses on conservation and sustainability.

Outdoor escalators and art have helped change what was once a notoriously dangerous part of Medellín.

In the heart of Medellín, an artsy urban complex sets the stage for demonstrations and protests.

Three hundred illuminated pillars form an “artificial forest” in Medellín.

Two identical statues by Fernando Botero, one blown to pieces in a terrorist bombing, the other donated as a gift for peace.

Home to 23 voluptuous and instantly lovable sculptures by one of Latin America's most celebrated artists.

Not just another old printing press; it's a place of cultural resistance and a history of the city.