Ozymandias’ time-keeping temple.

These Egyptian statues have survived for 3,400 years and were an acoustic wonder of the ancient world.

This ancient structure is widely thought to be the oldest intact pyramid in the world.

The largest known Ancient Egyptian obelisk.

One of its engravings is believed to be among the first representations of medical and surgical instruments.

A medieval castle-turned-luxury villa is now open to the public.

Dr. Fleming's work saved the lives of many bullfighters thanks to his discovery of penicillin.

Along the pavement of this neighborhood in Madrid are quotes from famous authors.

This piece of early engineering is rather unknown despite its location in the heart of Madrid.

This dragon narrowly escaped demolition.

One of Madrid's most beloved statues is of an anonymous citizen.

An exact replica of a colossal Olmec head sits atop a pyramid within a Madrid traffic circle.

This little sun pays homage to a massive gate that once stood at this location.

This taberna has been frying up crunchy salt cod since 1860.

Earth's rocky history has rarely glittered so brightly as it does in this Spanish museum.

The little church's beautifully frescoed ceiling has earned it the nickname “the Sistine Chapel of Madrid.”

This historic fountain is a favorite neighborhood meeting point.

A window into a long-lost world, these colorful tiles advertise a long-defunct range of purgative teas, harmless smokables, and diarrhea cures.

The remains of this misplaced church were moved here stone by stone.

At least according to the Guinness World Records.

A plaque in Madrid’s West Park marks the launch of a queer icon’s unlikely media career.

Shrapnel scars and bullet holes from the Spanish Civil War can still be seen in this monument to Spanish doctor Federico Rubio.

This open-air sculpture museum is located under a bridge in the center of Madrid.

This small and often-overlooked museum holds some of Spain's finest artistic treasures.