Morocco's largest Jewish cemetery.

Historic beer hall in Bucharest with magnificent stained glass and a lively folk band.

The preserved arm of a third-century sorcerer is believed to have the power to lift curses and spells.

This sculpture used famed boxer Joe Louis as the inspiration behind its body.

The kitsch mansion of the former Romanian president Nicolae Ceaușescu features a golden bathroom.

Conspiracy theories and occult legends surround this mysterious natural rock formation.

The possible imprisonment of Vlad the Impaler here earned the medieval castle its nickname, "Dracula's Castle."

The European towns of Brașov and Râșnov each have proud signs reminiscent of the Hollywood sign.

This snug medieval lane is one of the narrowest streets in the world.

A fire once nearly devoured this gorgeous 14th-century Gothic cathedral.

A medieval church built up to defend its village.

Once the legendary capital of the Dacian Kingdom, this city has been reduced to mere ruins.

The largest statue of this convex, homogeneous object with just one stable and one unstable equilibrium point.

The bronze creation commemorates the life and work of a beloved actor.

A scene from one of Hungary's most famous novels.

A diminutive statue that was inspired by the sculptor's own daughter.

How did an Australian statue of the Bard of Avon end up in the Hungarian capital?

This legendary stone is of unknown origin, and throughout history has been a literal touchstone for British leaders.

Rebuilt remains of a temple to Roman god Mithras.

A Turkish ghost town abandoned in a population exchange with Greece.

Hidden just under the waters around this Turkish island are the ruins of a once great city.

Roman ruins, natural methane fires and a lovely beach.

This church houses the tomb—but not the remains—of St. Nicholas, the likely progenitor to Santa Claus.

A Lycian city of the dead carved into the hillside of Southern Turkey, complete with startlingly human touches.