Built on the remains of one the Incas’ most important gathering spots, this square keeps the spirit of a fallen empire alive.

Situated on a sacred Inca site, this 16th-century cathedral took nearly 100 years to build.

A painting in the historic Cathedral Basilica depicts Jesus and his disciples dining on a traditional Peruvian menu.

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

This plaque marks the former home of one of the first women physicians in the Netherlands.

Tucked in the back of a flower shop, its collection details the fascinating history of the Netherlands's iconic symbol.

Amsterdam's former hotspot for public executions and dissections.

This city square is home to Amsterdam's oldest church and a statue honoring Dutch sex workers.

This impressive collection of rare books on ancient mysticism inspired author Dan Brown.

This museum housed in a former brothel explores the past and present of sex work in Amsterdam.

Established in 1638 to battle the Black Death, this botanical garden is a treasure trove of rare flora.

Site of James Cook's historic observations of the 1769 transit of Venus.

An unusual monument to a 19th-century circus star.

The remains of the wrecked steam trawler can be found on the beach at low tide.

These fantastically named natural pools look like something out of a Scottish myth.

Quotes and poems etched on stone plaques are hidden along this waterfront walkway.

Referred to as "the crappiest fountain ever," this sculpture has been splashing unknowing passersby since 1969.

This charming stone church on the shore of Lake Tekapo is an icon in astrophotography.

One of the iconic moai of Rapa Nui stands guard in Lyall Bay as a symbol of the friendship between New Zealand and Chile.

The world's first fully-fenced urban ecosanctuary is a haven for New Zealand's rare and endangered species.

Taihape's claim to fame is a fictional Kiwi farmer wearing gumboots.

This preserved village shows the modest lifestyles of the area's 19th-century Chinese gold miners.

A New Zealand communications tower stands as the tallest structure in the Southern Hemisphere.

Hundreds of bras, blowing in the wind.