Every equinox this Maya pyramid puts on a spooky ancient light show.

A magical sinkhole on the Yucatán Peninsula is adorned with mini waterfalls and hanging vines.

Its sunny hues are believed to have inspired the town's color palette.

Few of the many visitors to this resort town know of its hidden Maya ruins.

This massive Maya archaeological site is home to the tallest man-made structure in Belize.

This church was transported brick by brick from the ruins of a 16th-century city into Panama City's current historic district.

The sister plane of the C-123 shot down during the Iran-Contra Affair has found a new purpose in retirement.

Quito's historic, main square dates back to the 16th century.

A short volcanic hill in Quito doubles as a stellar observation point of an iconic statue.

The world's tallest aluminum statue is also the world's tallest image of a winged Virgin Mary.

A swing to dangle you off the very edge.

Plagued by riots, celebrity injuries and a tragic death, this amusement park has been demolished.

A 125-meter long "tribute to the Brazilian people."

Ella Fitzgerald, opera singer Enrico Caruso, and dancer Isadora Duncan all performed in this lavish, supposedly haunted theater.

Iconic pyramid from famed British architect Norman Foster designed to represent all of the world's religious faiths.

A modern tower, symbolizing the legend of a golden egg on top of the tree of life.

An entertainment center in a huge transparent tent.

This African beach is home to thousands of rare mainland penguins that are known for their annoying voice.

Local authorities nearly destroyed this mural before a viral video rallied international support to save it.

Mysterious texts covered in mystical symbols were found in caves at this site centuries ago.

Spain's unique Mosque-Cathedral has been a place of worship for both Muslims and Christians throughout its history.

This one has sailed five times as far as Sir Francis Drake's famous ship.

The celebrated eyesore created by starry-eyed sweethearts.

This sidewalk tribute honors Colorado's great culinary creation.