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

A turquoise lake within a volcanic crater.

Ecuador’s historic seat of government has been quietly looted in recent decades, and no one knows how or by whom.

Quito's historic, main square dates back to the 16th century.

This historic street in Quito is known for its seven stone crosses—and one presidential assassination.

It took 160 years to complete the most ornate church in Ecuador.

A short volcanic hill in Quito doubles as a stellar observation point of an iconic statue.

Legend says if this neo-Gothic basilica is ever officially completed, the world will come to an end.

A park with one large cat sculpture and 15 smaller ones, all painted by different Colombian artists.

A celebration of Colombia’s premier contemporary artist.

This Bogotá museum houses the world's largest collection of pre-Columbian gold relics.

Pilgrims each carried a brick to the top of Mount Monserrate to help build this historic sanctuary in Colombia.

A canopy trail with sweeping views and a giant tunnel slide.

This amazing example of Valencian Art Nouveau looks more like a cathedral than a public market.

Elaborately carved to showcase the glorious wealth that the age of exploration brought to the Portuguese empire.

Eat the ultimate iteration of Portugal's most beloved pastry.

This restored Portuguese cafe may well be the most beautiful place in the world to grab a Big Mac.

Equal parts record-breaking temple to consumerism and bizarre fun park, it's more than you think it is...

The highest point in South Dakota contains the ashes of Valentine McGillycuudy, the "Holy White Man."

The granddaddy of all tourist traps, built on ice water, jackalopes, and a giant dinosaur.

Model Trains and Much More in Hamburg.

Hamburg's first legal sex work is relegated to a gated street that still does not allow pedestrian women.

This former steel and coal plant is now a neon-lit industrial fantasia.

There has been an astronomical clock on this spot since the 14th century.