This geometric feat is a testament to the Incas' mesmerizing architectural abilities.

Preserved Inca city and site of the last Inca stronghold against the Spanish conquistadors.

The intricate stonework of Machu Picchu serves as a testament to Incan engineers.

America's post-nuclear-attack chambers of Congress.

This massive roadside mascot was the first version of the giant to illustrate his butt.

Mysterious stone tower featured in many alternative histories of the New World.

This African beach is home to thousands of rare mainland penguins that are known for their annoying voice.

In La Paz's huge, city-sized cemetery, the deceased are stored in rows of apartment-like buildings.

The home of possibly the least-loved U.S. president stands as a sort of unpopular Monticello.

A dramatic, 360-degree recreation of Pickett's Charge in the Civil War.

A tradition unlike any other, this marks the site of the annual Groundhog's Day tradition.

A restored Pittsburgh house of God has been converted to a marvelous house of suds.

This castle has links to Portugal’s founding and struggles for independence.

Longest fortress system anywhere in Europe.

This 14th-century temple is also known as the "Temple of the Golden Pavilion" for its gorgeous gilded reliquary hall.

The quintessential Japanese rock garden has existed for more than 500 years.

The most famous location in China was home to whole dynasties worth of imperial rulers.

This museum explores the history of policing and is also home to a very popular taxidermied duck.

The 10,000 Torii shrine.

The sound of swaying stalks in this stunning grove has been named a governmentally recognized sound.

The legendary birthplace of the Japanese maneki-neko is dotted with hundreds of lucky beckoning cats.

This Buddhist temple is home to the graves of the Japanese national legends, the 47 Ronin.

A giant sculpture dedicated to a staple of South Bend food culture.

This museum sits on the site of a decommissioned military communications base.