This medieval sanctuary's tree-framed door looks like a portal to a mythical realm.

The prototype for all Nazi concentration camps.

The patron saint of spinsters grasps a container of dried blood.

Housed in an old church, this hunting museum holds a collection of mythical bird-rabbit creatures.

The fairy tale castle of the “fairy-tale king,” this was also the inspiration for Disney’s “Sleeping Beauty.”

A small but immensely extravagant palace built by the "Night King."

This century-old cinema house has a marquee that has been hand painted by a single man for over 25 years.

The footprint of a frustrated devil in Munich's Cathedral.

Among the ostentatious rococo ornamentation of this church, an image of death cuts the life-thread.

Daily jousts and dancing barrel makers in Munich's mechanical clock.

A harrowing sculpture commemorates the four people shot down during the workers strike of 1842.

What was once England's second-richest abbey is now a haunting ruin.

This marine reptile was discovered by one of the 19th century's greatest fossil hunters.

This intricately carved and hilariously huge bed was such a famous symbol both Shakespeare and Byron used it in their writing.

The watery entrance for condemned prisoners heading to the Tower of London is still visible along the Thames.

Originally built for London’s cab drivers, this bright green hut now serves anyone a hot drink or meal.

These mysterious Viking chess pieces spent centuries hidden on a remote Scottish island.

The "lost friend” is the most famous of the six moai statues that were removed from Easter Island.

Tucked away in the Tower of London is the weapon once used to execute high-profile prisoners.

A former fisherman's hut deemed too small for habitation is now a delightful tourist draw.

This Welsh village gave itself a ridiculous name in a publicity stunt a century ahead of its time.

The highest peak in Wales is said to be the final resting place of a giant killed by King Arthur.

One of the oldest amusement rides in existence was a huge disappointment to its creator.

Hidden on the urban banks of a Manchester river are a series of abandoned waterside industrial sites.