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Serpent column with the Obelisk of Theodosius in the background.

Istanbul, Turkey

Serpent Column

Ancient serpentine sacrifice holder that has stood the test of time.

Obelisk of Theodosius

Istanbul, Turkey

Obelisk of Theodosius

This remarkably well-preserved Egyptian plinth is pretty well traveled for a giant piece of stone.

Kaiser Wilhelm Fountain

Istanbul, Turkey

Kaiser Wilhelm Fountain

A fountain standing as a testament to a doomed alliance.

336 ancient columns

Istanbul, Turkey

Basilica Cisterns of Istanbul

A marvel of Byzantine engineering under the streets of Istanbul.

Polaria

Tromsø, Norway

Polaria

The world's northernmost aquarium looks like it has fallen over.

Torghatten

Brønnøy, Norway

Torghatten

A naturally occurring tunnel in this Nordic mountain makes it look like it's been shot.

The Fløibanen funicular approaching the summit.

Bergen, Norway

Fløibanen Funicular

A favorite with sightseers and locals alike, this Norwegian funicular provides easy access to a stunning view of Bergen and its environs.

Emanuel Vigeland Mausoleum

Oslo, Norway

Emanuel Vigeland Mausoleum

An artist's mausoleum with a haunting echo.

"Man Attacked by Babies" at Vigeland Sculpture Park

Oslo, Norway

Vigeland Sculpture Park

One man's exploration of the human form, including the bizarre and delightful "Man Attacked by Babies."

Oslo opera house, front.

Oslo, Norway

Oslo Opera House

The design of this beautifully crafted building was inspired by Norwegian glaciers.

Thagaard's Plantation

Thisted, Denmark

Thagaard's Plantation

A failed attempt to control drifting sands yielded a gnarled sylvan wonderland.

Rubjerg Knude

Løkken, Denmark

Rubjerg Knude Lighthouse

An abandoned lighthouse awaits its destiny: being buried under shifting sand.

The Sand-Covered Church

Skagen, Denmark

The Sand-Covered Church

Tiring of digging out the door to this church for every service, it was eventually abandoned to the sands.

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