Places Edited by Xavi Pascual

This ancient Egyptian obelisk still bears the wounds of World War I.

This abandoned church in central Lyon is missing its front stairs.

This statue celebrating everyday life in Dublin has a few unsavory nicknames.

The four-story mural is the centerpiece of a lavish hotel's lush atrium.

Lyon's "Wall of the Silk Weavers" is one of the largest murals in Europe.

The bridge is a secret gallery of discarded gum that has been transformed into miniature masterpieces.

An array of ancient artifacts from Bronze Age Bristol and other civilizations are housed in this museum.

Inside this church are the alleged remains of the patron saint of lovers, epileptics, and beekeepers.

This tiny watering hole claims to have the smallest bar counter in Europe.

One of Mexico’s historic pottery-producing towns is home to a museum showcasing the craft.

The city of Manchester quietly unveiled this tribute to a 19th-century massacre.

This whimsical public art installation is a unique homage to Liverpool's industrial heritage.

An enigmatic monument to the Irish revolutionary who plotted an uprising against British rule.

A grand entrance to one of the world's smallest Chinatowns.

This London marker celebrates the spot where the world-famous English band was founded.

Inside this church, a monument honors the first burial site of the famed philosopher.

This impressive former palace contains a hidden gem for fans of modern sculpture.

These gigantic skeletons tower over visitors and provide insight into the creatures that once ruled over Ireland.

Marvel at this massive waterspout fueled by the incoming tide.

Climb to the top of its spiral spire for spectacular views of Copenhagen.

A fabulously bizarre surrealist sculpture by the late artist Leonora Carrington.

The chaotic studio of one of the 20th century's most important artists has been preserved down to the dust.

The beloved beast's taxidermy remains sit in the Natural History Museum's cafe.

This Gothic church houses ornate royal tombs and a magnificent gilded altarpiece.