This ominous Albanian fortress houses tanks and downed planes as a reminder of their victories over Western imperialism.

This exclusive resort has completely covered a tiny Balkan island in a 5-star warren of guest rooms.

This Rococo church is known as the most beautiful village church in the world, and does not disappoint.

The second-highest train station in Europe.

This striking icon of the disputed Republic of Artsakh caused a stir at a Eurovision Song Contest.

The world’s largest permanent desert lake is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This isolated and westernmost point of the Faroe Islands archipelago is home to thousands of seabirds.

Legend says this rock spire is the finger of a witch who wanted to throw the Faroe Islands towards Iceland.

This tombstone marks the spot where the legendary British spy met his end.

The narrow passages will challenge even the bravest driver.

Located more than 600 feet beneath sea level, this tunnel boasts the world's first undersea roundabout.

This mysterious, medieval cathedral remains unbuilt but fiercely protected.

In Faroese legend, this sinister horse-shaped beast lures unsuspecting passersby only to drown them in the lake.

The abandoned village of Skarð aptly illustrates the idiom "Don't put all your eggs in one basket."

This remote island village was in danger of depopulating completely until a tunnel was built to connect it to the rest of the world .

The largest lake in the Faroe Islands seems to be held hundreds of feet above sea level thanks to an optical illusion.

This isolated structure beckons adventurers with sublime views of the Faroe Islands.

This functioning parish church is also the site of many concert performances due to its wonderful acoustics.

At the very tippity-top of Europe is a cliff from which you can view the midnight sun.

The convergence of two currents makes this a surprisingly pleasant getaway in the Arctic Circle.

Sweden's "good old days" painstakingly re-created in a model village.

It houses the remains of a 17th-century version of the Titanic.

Huge stairway leads to this massive gallery.

Hundreds of intricately carved Armenian stone crosses can be found within this huge cemetery.