Places sarahltait Wants to Go

The eroded core of an ancient volcano is now accessible by a short hike.

Bootleggers ran booze beneath this building before (and after) Route 66 appeared beside it.

This remote desert watering hole has a connection to a curious chapter of American history.

This 11th-century castle sits so low you can't see it behind the surrounding buildings.

This Arab fortress was once the largest citadel in Western Europe.

This volcanic plug boasts the longest recorded history of any Scottish stronghold.

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

This home on a quiet suburban street is completely covered with vibrant mosaics.

A rare tour of an aristocrat's private home reveals valuable 17th-century paintings from artists like Rembrandt.

A magical sanctuary of mythological statuary.

An abandoned network of military bunkers and tunnels open for anyone willing to descend into the darkness.

Quirky movable sculptures have been racing through the town since 1983.

City Council meetings still happen in this historic building, impeccably preserved on the inside.

The building features one of the last remaining free-floating spiral grand staircases in the U.S.

A factory director designed what was the world's longest suspension footbridge in 1923 so his employees could get to work safely.

This Gothic-style church is reputedly built atop the remains of one of Jesus's apostles.

The remains of an ancient Roman city are hidden underneath Bologna's beautiful public library.

Once known for its horse-powered knife sharpening, this 200-year-old shop offers an array of blades and hard-to-find culinary tools.

In the world's oldest university is a stunning 17th century anatomical theater carved from spruce.

Sitting on an Italian hilltop is this surreal fortress built by the mad inventor of electrohomeopathy.

This elaborate temple was built around one of the Buddha's teeth.

An ancient temple to the Hindu god Shiva surrounded by jaw-dropping scenery.

One of the few places where inexperienced snorkelers can spot a shark.

This sacred fig tree with a link to the Buddha is one of the oldest human-planted trees in the world.