This unique blend of Japanese and Western architecture provides a glimpse into the lives of the Japanese elites who once ruled Taiwan.

Concentrated around the Dead Sea, these surprising canyons are filled with coursing water, fish, and even crabs.

This eatery is emblematic of the connection between Jamaica and Nubia.

This 7th-century monastery was sacked by Saladin.

Slum Settlement Filled With Mountains of Garbage.

Located near Cairo's El Korba district, the abandoned mansion continues to inspire mystery and rumor throughout the city.

Scattered monuments in the middle of the Sahara dedicated to the late Egyptian actor and desert explorer.

The city-sized home palace of one of ancient Egypt's most powerful rulers gives us a rare look into the lives of the epoch's rulers.

A strange aquarium with stuffed fish, and almost no water for them to swim in.

This memorial park is also the original site of Queen Cleopatra’s Caesareum, whose pillars now stand in London and New York.

The lost library of Alexandria, revived as a spearhead of cultural preservation.

A fortified city, home to a remaining population of five families

This amazing oasis of art and plants is hidden on the outskirts of Marrakesh.

World's largest film studio, where visitors tour the decaying sets that litter the harsh desert environment.

Fortune tellers, snake charmers, poets, and storytellers all gather on this historic square in Morocco.

A sign marks where the two bodies of water meet.

Known to backpackers as the "Steps of Doom," this walkway carved into the side of a seaside cliff leads to the Roman Tombs.

Ancient Phoenician and Roman tombs carved into the rock overlook the Moroccan coastline.

One of the two original gateways into the Kasbah, this gateway is a nesting site for storks.

Exploring the wilder, more passionate sibling of Erg Chebbi feels like discovering a secret sun-kissed planet from another galaxy.

Vast stretch of tide-pools with a unique Moroccan charm.

One of the tallest waterfalls in Africa is also home to a population of monkeys who enjoy the waters and the occasional guest.

This recently restored crypt was once plagued by liquefying coffins and exploding caskets.

This restored 17th century synagogue is one of the few remaining structures in Morocco’s ruined Jewish quarters.