Ancient catacombs form the foundation for this Rococo orgy of a church.

The stunning interior of this Gothic church is covered in ornate gold details.

Elaborate tile work in this railway station tells the story of Portugal.

This restored Portuguese cafe may well be the most beautiful place in the world to grab a Big Mac.

The corpse bride of Portugal.

A deer-headed statue that brings together a 12th-century legend and big wave surfing.

A 16th century chapel decorated with bones, skulls, and entire bodies hanging from the wall.

"Portugal's Stonehenge" is made up of nut-like stones aligned with the heavens.

Perhaps the most spectacular grotto along the Algarve coastline.

The extravagance of Portugal’s "Pink Palace" resulted in a noble title being awarded to its owner.

This small chapel is built of human bones and decorated with a golden skeleton.

This historic fountain is a favorite neighborhood meeting point.

After the queen of Spain had a dream where these statues fell and crushed her, they were removed from the palace and given new homes around Madrid.

Part of the medieval watchtower is displayed in an otherwise ordinary parking garage.

A small but stubborn relic of Spain’s turbulent past hides in plain sight.

Along the pavement of this neighborhood in Madrid are quotes from famous authors.

In this 400-year-old hotel in Madrid, you'll find a comb in every room, an old clock, and maybe a ghost.

An automaton perched above an classic clock and watch store

Get in line for Lisbon’s most famous sandwich.

Sip cherry liqueur at a bar dating back to 1840.

The devil-defying mark left by a saint as a boy is visible inside Lisbon's cathedral.

The best place in the world to buy tinned fish.

Step back in time at this 19th-century kiosk.

An ancient and majestic fortress that played an integral role in Portugal's road to independence.