This painting of a beloved dog will be on display at the Scottish National Gallery at long as the museum exists.

This extinct volcano rises above Edinburgh and is special for its panoramic views over the city.

The 20th-century chapel’s intricate woodwork includes amazing details, most notably angels playing bagpipes.

Touching this 18th-century Scottish philosopher’s toe allegedly conjures good fortune.

Remnants of the 16th-century defensive wall still stand unassumingly within Edinburgh.

These steps offer a breathtaking view of one of Europe's most besieged fortresses.

Now home to a drinking establishment, this building has a macabre history.

This otherwise ordinary close on the Royal Mile constituted the end of the world for Edinburgh’s poorest residents.

A favorite with sightseers and locals alike, this Norwegian funicular provides easy access to a stunning view of Bergen and its environs.

This ancient castle has been abandoned since the Edwardian conquest of Wales.

A breathtaking flower tunnel bursts with beautiful golden blossoms.

A former fisherman's hut deemed too small for habitation is now a delightful tourist draw.

The second-highest train station in Europe.

A historic observatory precariously perched at the "Top of Europe."

This bakery and museum offers tours of the tastes and mythology of Aachen's signature spice biscuit—just don't ask for the recipe.

An ancient fortification lives on in this Chinese city.

Despite many attempts to finish this overpass, it has been abandoned since the 1970s.

Formerly known as the Malay Quarter, Bo Kaap is a colorfully-painted suburb located in the “Mother City” of South Africa.

Climb around the high waterfalls on series of iron ladders and bridges within the wildest gorge in the Slovak Paradise.

A perfectly preserved hill village where the buildings are painted like white lace.

The 700-year-old fortress was the site of Count Orlok's castle in "Nosferatu."

Rebuilt several decades ago, its striking murals prevent it from being reconsecrated as a church.

The largest airborne operation in history was launched to capture this bridge.

At the base of this tower, a plaque marks the original center point of the Netherlands.