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An oasis of shade and color amidst the bustle of the old city.

Just outside of Jordan's capital lies an ancient castle and intriguing caves dating back to the Copper Age.

This restored eighth-century palace is a shining example of ancient Umayyad architecture.

The world's oldest map of the holy land gives us a fragmented glimpse of the layout of biblical nations.

Concentrated around the Dead Sea, these surprising canyons are filled with coursing water, fish, and even crabs.

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.

More than 100 Hindu temples are slowly being swallowed by the forest.

Known as the most scenic route in Sri Lanka, this train line is steeped in history and offers an unparalleled view of the country.

Seven beautiful 1,000-year-old rock-cut Buddhist statues.

This luscious masterpiece created by landscape designer Bevis Bawa inspired the work of his brother, a famous Sri Lankan architect.

This mesmerizing architectural wonder will take your breath away with its unusual color patterns.

An ancient stone fortress considered by many to be the eighth wonder of the world.

Along the Rhine, about a mile from the historic Munster, learn the heartrending story of two lovers torn asunder, cast into unknown layers of time and space.

This statue pays tribute to the iconic musician in the place where he recorded his final studio album.

This charming fountain honors Felix Salten, the creator of the iconic storybook deer.

A communal oasis on Lake Zurich.

The idyllic island where the philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau spent “the happiest time of his life.”

The excellent Swiss museum of witchcraft is led by a modern witch.

Vines grow up the metal bars in this public park created from an old machine factory.

Over 3km of caverns and caves at the Switzerland-France border contain the largest underground river in Central Europe.

The Swiss artist's bulbous and overgrown shape-shifting sculpture controversially graces the center of Bern.