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

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

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

A more chill but no less fascinating version of the famous ancient archeological site.

An ancient capital city that dates back 3,000 years and harbors many surprises.

The only quarter of the Old City not dedicated to a major world religion.

As the Dead Sea continues to deplete, massive sinkholes open along its banks.

This unassuming oasis elevated just above the busy streets of Jerusalem offers one of the best views of the Old City.

A "miracle" that seems to produce more holy fistfights than holy revelations.

This daunting 1st century fortress was purportedly the site of one of the most dramatic revolts of the Jewish-Roman wars.

Brush shoulders with animatronic Arab leaders made of silicone.

Modern museum, designed for Jihadi tourists.

After this one-of-a-kind palace was built the architect's hands are said to have been cut off to keep it that way.

A monumental underground karstic wonderland is also the water source for over a million citizens of Beirut.

A patchwork of ruins from various civilizations in one of the world's oldest continually inhabited cities.

Lebanon's highest point offers expansive views, martian terrains, and eerie ski lifts.

Lebanese castle built by one man, over a lifetime.

The largest hewn stone in history.

Also known as the Great Mosque of Damascus, this is one of the world's largest and oldest mosques.

This ancient mountain monastery welcomes all manner of faith in an effort to keep Christians in Syria.

One of the oldest and largest castles in the world.

Mysterious lost empire of the Silk Road.

Ruins of the Crusaders' headquarters.

The embalmed remains of the communist leader lie within a custom crystal coffin.