This foreboding building was the headquarters of the terrifying Spanish Inquisition in Mexico.

This colossal ancient sculpture of the monstrous Aztec rain god has a literally stormy history.

Beneath the most controversial monument in Mexico City is a cultural center that exhibits only digital art.

Many people don't realize there’s a lot going on in—and below—the world’s tallest triumphal arch.

You can release a young butterfly at this beautiful indoor garden.

The unique collection often goes unnoticed by visitors focused only on the archaeological objects.

This strange sculpture of a menacing skull surrounded by sun rays was discovered at the foot of the Pyramid of the Sun.

CDMX's home for the world's culinary delights.

The only castle in North America to ever house European sovereigns.

A museum in the former home of Marxist revolutionary Leon Trotsky.

This scenic cable car ride glides 100 feet above Mexico City.

Mexico's first public cable car soars over the congested streets outside Mexico City.

This archeological site hidden behind Teotihuacán's pyramids shelters 1600-year-old murals.

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

These millennia-old murals once covered the walls of residential complexes across the ancient city.

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

A striking depiction of Teotihuacan's mysterious "Spider Woman."

Tucked away in a secluded canyon, this hidden hot spring’s thermal waters have been soothing soakers for generations.

This spot along the 23.5 degree north parallel marks the northern boundary of the tropics.

Frida Kahlo's childhood home, now a museum of her life and works.

A hospital that became a college, was abandoned again, and finally became a gated community.

Some of the world’s most popular songs came out of this building.

Peeing dogs guard the Roman hunting goddess atop a fountain at France’s Château de Fontainebleau.

The celebrated eyesore created by starry-eyed sweethearts.