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Hydraulic systems in an ancient underground Iranian city.

This vast, water-filled underground labyrinth can only be toured by boat.

This beautiful system of tunnels built into natural rock serves as a centuries old plumbing system.

Mirrors and glass shards cover every inch of this arrestingly beautiful mosque.

Iran's colorful terraces are a rare geological masterpiece.

The world's northernmost brewery uses water from a 2,000-year-old glacier to create its beer.

This Norwegian satellite station provides ground services to more satellites than any other facility in the world.

This Arctic storage facility is a secure backup for agricultural biodiversity.

These circular ruins are all that remain of a 17th-century Arctic whaling outpost.

Thousands of birds nest in the cliffs while arctic foxes prowl below.

Where America’s first doomsday cult awaited the end of the world.

The marble facade hides a little-known medical museum with early surgical instruments and rare copies of canonical texts.

A unique configuration of blown glass can be found inside this hotel lobby.

This futuristic building is yet another architectural wonder in Dubai.

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

A collection of unique objects showcasing the university’s achievements in the medical field.

A unique geological area spiked with wind-carved rocks that resemble teepees.

A faithful reproduction of Al-Jazari's enormous water clock.

This artificial archipelago was supposed to resemble a map of the world.

Billed as the "largest natural flower garden in the world" this Middle Eastern show field has little competition at 45 million flowers.

Although now a decaying ruin, this stone cabin's history includes several notable figures.

A spiritual vortex among the red rocks in Sedona.

This 24-acre park offers a place for meditation in the midst of Sedona's iconic red rocks.

Striking, enormous gold-plated sculpture of Buddha installed in the 19th century.