The world's longest outdoor covered escalator system transports commuters through Hong Kong's hilly terrain.

Regal guardians to one of the biggest banks in the world, symbols of Hong Kong's history and resilience.

The iconic egg tart gets an upgrade with a laminated sourdough crust.

Even Michelin-starred chefs are said to get their cleavers at this century-old shop.

Since 1942, this third-generation Cantonese barbecue join has been turning out gorgeously lacquered roasted meats.

The final resting place of 19th-century sailors previously banned from being buried within Portuguese Macau.

A fantastic assortment of China's finest and most disturbing wares.

One of Madrid's oldest trees, with a long and colorful history, resides in El Retiro Park.

Along the pavement of this neighborhood in Madrid are quotes from famous authors.

These distorting, funhouse mirrors achieved fame in a renowned piece of Spanish theater.

A whimsical brother of the nearby Fallen Angel statue takes the falling part quite literally.

The largest tea plantation in Southeast Asia supplies gorgeous vistas alongside tea for the surrounding countries.

Home to secret lakes and hidden temples.

Malaysia's oldest coffee roaster is also a historical landmark.

Come in, light some incense, and ignore the live snakes around you.

A seaside haven for 300 rescued cats.

This Buddhist temple on the island of Penang is one of the largest in Southeast Asia.

This Theravada Buddhist temple is a peaceful oasis steeped in history.

Self-mutilation in the name of beauty.

A mausoleum dedicated to a warrior felled by misplaced loyalty and tragic circumstances.

Initially built for a Chinese princess and sultana, this well was used to secretly assassinate some 200 Portuguese colonizers.

The largest Chinese cemetery in the world outside of China dates back to the 15th century.

A delightful architectural wonder awaits on a lake island in Kuala Lumpur’s oldest park.

One of the world's tallest flagpoles.