Places sophiee Wants to Go

These former Nazi anti-aircraft towers offer a singular view of the north of Berlin in the summer, and a sanctuary for bats in winter.

A massive relic of the communist era of Berlin.

One of the best-preserved pieces of DDR propaganda in Berlin.

This confectioner serves one of the finest renditions of Antep baklava outside of Turkey.

A socialist building dedicated to teachers showcases one of the largest Soviet mosaics in the world.

After fleeing the Syrian civil war, chef Malakeh Jazmati began serving exceptional renditions of her homeland's cuisine in Berlin.

For more than 170 years, this family-run bakery has been serving Berlin’s best Baumkuchen, or “tree cake.”

The best bagels in Berlin are tucked away in an independent bookstore.

Dine at a legendary after-hours joint frequented by David Bowie and Iggy Pop.

A museum in the building where Nazi Germany signed its surrender tells the story of World War II from the Soviet perspective.

A century-old magnolia tree is the only living landmark tree in New York City.

A unique and poignant sidewalk mural commemorates the deaths of two striking workers.

A glamorous octogenarian chef-owner serves rare Istmeño specialties in a tropical garden.

A modern feminist movement has brought to life the mural that machismo once denied to artist María Izquierdo.

With more than 30 ingredients, chef Cecilia Florian’s stupendously complex, harmonious moles are a masterclass in layering flavors.

Bold, unapologetically spicy Mixtecan flavors are on the menu here.

Don’t be surprised if you run into some of Oaxaca’s top chefs in line at this family run taco stop.

This bakery forgoes industrial wheat in favor of locally harvested grains.

This amazing collection includes rare stamps from around the world, including fluorescent ones.

Start your morning off with an epic food crawl in this market east of Oaxaca’s historic center.

This graveyard boasts a medley of diverse and imaginative funeral architecture.

An incredible collection of Mesoamerican art assembled by one of Mexico's great artists.

These floating gardens show what Mexico City used to look during the Aztec Empire.

The outside of this theater is decorated with a Diego Rivera mural that explores the history of Mexico.