These spectacular, symbolic serpents lie within the shadow of the Great Temple.

This museum houses two of Mexico's most impressive Aztec monoliths.

Gilded heaven for philatelists and architecture freaks, still in full working order despite sitting atop tremulous ground.

This neighborhood was built in the golden age of Art-Decó, and its buildings are essential to understanding this style

Some charming, but sadly, unloved animal statues call this park home.

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

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

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

It was dubbed the "Garden of Plates" because it's covered in pieces of discarded dishes.

A beautiful example of 18th-century engineering still standing tall.

A Mexican Romeo-and-Juliet-esque legend has given this super-narrow alleyway a reputation for romance.

Mexico's astounding mummy museum with "the world's smallest mummy."

An unexpected must-see for fans of Star Wars who find themselves on the beautiful island of Sint Maarten.

This tiny home was originally a narrow alleyway.

This chapel on a cliff is renowned for its healing powers and was founded on the site of a supposed divine intervention.

A park where people have been going to feed friendly pigeons since the 18th century

This colorful gate stands as an entrance to the walled city of Old San Juan.

Legend tells how a Spanish soldier disappeared from this isolated sentry box without a trace.

This communist country can still appreciate its fragrant past.

After the Cuban Revolution, the famous rum company had to leave their swanky headquarters behind.

A colossal statue with a controversial past, forgotten for more than 30 years.

Once a favorite playground for the world's most illustrious guests, Hotel Nacional's secret weapons and bunkers reveal a more menacing side to its golden history.

A focal point of the Cuban government, this city square features one of the most iconic images in the country.

In terms of history and architecture, this is one of the most remarkable cemeteries in the world.