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One of the most exquisite Lycian hilltop citadels in Turkey.

Built 1,500 years ago, this abandoned Mesoamerican city is surrounded by a natural wall made of outstanding rock formations.

One man handcrafts "the best sake made outside of Japan" in a tiny desert town on Route 66.

This twice-relocated "Usonian" home is among the smallest built by master architect Frank Lloyd Wright.

Colorful mineral deposits turn these mountains into an Impressionist fantasy.

This remote mountain shrine is one of the most sacred Zoroastrian temples remaining in the world.

This 13th-century monastery chiseled into the side of a mountain is equipped with a bridge that can be lifted to protect against raids.

Victoria's largest salt lake is a favorite haunt for photographers and stargazers.

An indigenous ethnobotanist runs this brunch spot celebrating Australia’s native flavors.

This abandoned office building is a lasting example of Soviet-era architecture.

The frozen treats at this Cape Town parlor are inspired by Africa's food cultures.

An architectural marvel that dates back to the zenith of Indian architecture.

A witch wreaks ruinous revenge on this ancient church with her "enchanted leg."

A hidden oasis in the heart of Minneapolis is also an Important Bird Area.

Once the site of the Hawaiian monarchy, this building was originally designed as a palace.

Crystal clear lake with a shoreline of travertine located in a Colorado canyon.

The caldera of this mini-volcano has been turned into a naturally heated mud bath.

A self-taught astronomer fell in love with the stars and built his own observatory in Colombia.

This ancient rock shelter features cave art and is one of the most culturally important sites in the country.

This small-town Connecticut restaurant gives each diner a free book from its vast library.

In a largely deserted ghost town, a little brick building recalls its history as a gold rush hub and haven for outlaws.

A Viking-style brewpub named for a Norse sea giant, in the heart of fjord country.

This cafe offers a curated collection of treats and tipples made by monks and nuns.

Dine amidst exotic plants at this former royal greenhouse.