A fire once nearly devoured this gorgeous 14th-century Gothic cathedral.

The ancient Greek Titan guards this massive dam holding a lightning bolt to symbolize electricity.

Romania's triumphal arch looks out over Bucharest.

Packed to the ceiling with antique taxidermy and hunting arms.

The growing stones of Romania.

Something's watching you.

The European towns of Brașov and Râșnov each have proud signs reminiscent of the Hollywood sign.

A stunning 18th century pharmacy and medieval chemist's collection.

This snug medieval lane is one of the narrowest streets in the world.

A muddy alien landscape that is home to rare species of exotic plants.

The bust of Romania’s most notorious ruler, Vlad Dracula aka "Vlad the Impaler," keeps watch over the ruins of his medieval court.

Conspiracy theories and occult legends surround this mysterious natural rock formation.

The possible imprisonment of Vlad the Impaler here earned the medieval castle its nickname, "Dracula's Castle."

This elaborately decorated, fairytale-like Romanian royal palace is one of the most striking castles in Europe.

The legendary cliffside castle of three-time Voivode of Wallachia, Vlad the Impaler.

A countryside Romanian cemetery filled with colorful crosses bearing lyrical, ironic, or satirical rhymes.

A memorial museum to the political prisoners who were held at Sighet Prison, once one of the most feared places in Romania.