Vietnam's feral abandoned water park offers access to a post-apocalyptic funscape, now with fewer crocodiles.

A small 12th-century temple surrounded by waters believed to have curative properties.

A battle between nature and architecture in the Cambodian jungle.

Derelict airplane bodies serve as both home and income for three Thai families.

This dazzling Buddhist temple was constructed from over one million ceramic tiles salvaged from a British shipwreck.

The headquarters of the Mahanikai school of Buddhism, Thailand's largest monastic order.

Six times a day a train runs right through the middle of this Thai street market, sending vendors scrambling.

Acres of salt crystal pyramids dry in the sun along Thailand's "salt road."

This bridge made famous in a novel and on-screen wasn't actually built over the river Kwai.

This enormous "shamoji" means more to the people of Miyajima than just a way getting rice onto a plate.

Where artisans use centuries-old techniques to build traditional Arabian ships.

Traditional architecture and ancient irrigation systems are on display in this gorgeous mountain village.

Groups of prehistoric tombs that dot the mountains of northern Oman.

This bazaar is one of the oldest in the Arabian world.

This spectacular mosque houses the second-largest chandelier in the world.

An imposing Omani fortress surrounded by date palm trees.

A sinkhole and now a swimming hole, too, full of dazzling turquoise water.

This living legend of maritime history is enjoying a second life.

The world's largest frame offers spectacular views of the city's past and present.

The world’s largest LED display, built over an F1 race circuit.

On any given day this sprawling market houses literally tons of government-regulated gold, gems, and precious metals.

This enormous sports car themed amusement park is home to the world’s fastest roller coaster.

A preposterously luxurious hotel with gold-plated iPads, Rolls Royce chauffeurs, and a staff that trains by watching "Downton Abbey."

Whitewashed mosque contains the world's largest carpet.