Casablanca, Morocco
Hassan II Mosque
An awe-inspiring mosque in Morocco with one of the tallest minarets in the world.
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Casablanca, Morocco
An awe-inspiring mosque in Morocco with one of the tallest minarets in the world.
Tiznit Province, Morocco
Rocky Atlantic beach home to a stunning stone arch.
Marrakesh, Morocco
Deliberately hidden for centuries, the magnificent Saadian Tombs were eventually uncovered in 1917.
Ouarzazate, Morocco
World's largest film studio, where visitors tour the decaying sets that litter the harsh desert environment.
Marrakesh, Morocco
The largest madrasa in Morocco once housed more than 900 students within its exquisite walls.
Fez, Morocco
The other side is actually green.
Marrakesh, Morocco
Fortune tellers, snake charmers, poets, and storytellers all gather on this historic square in Morocco.
Meknes, Morocco
Mosaics, storks, and brothelsâthis ancient city has it all.
Nairobi, Kenya
Strolling through these vintage locomotives offers a surprising amount of insight into the history of Kenya.
Kaabong, Uganda
This park is home to around 500 bird species.
Uganda
Where the White Nile River dramatically cascades between Lake Kyoga and Lake Albert in Uganda.
Isfahan, Iran
This 17th-century structure is a beautiful testimony to traditional Persian architecture
Shush, Iran
Burial site of a Jewish prophet revered in Iran.
East Azerbaijan Province, Iran
This lake in northwest Iran has started turning from green to red more frequently than scientists are comfortable with.
Iran
The tower in this 1,000-year-old mud-brick village seems to vibrate for no apparent reason.
Iran
This ancient burial site is believed to be one of the first earthquake-protected structures in the world.
Shiraz, Iran
A dreamy mausoleum honors Persia's most famous poet.
Masuleh, Iran
In this tiny Iranian town playing on the roof isn't just encouraged, it's the only place to go.
Isfahan, Iran
17th century mosque for Shah Abbas' harem.
Kandovan, Iran
Modern-day cave dwellers carve elaborate homes out of volcanic debris.
Fars Province, Iran
The ancient necropolis houses the immense rock-cut tombs of four Persian kings.
Shiraz, Iran
A spectacular rainbow of stained glass makes the "Pink Mosque" one of the most beautiful in Iran.
Roudbar Alamout, Iran
This ruined fortress was the stronghold for a persecuted medieval leader and his infamous Assassins.
Shiraz, Iran
Mirrors and glass shards cover every inch of this arrestingly beautiful mosque.