A network of fortifications that never saw conflict.

A New Zealand communications tower stands as the tallest structure in the Southern Hemisphere.

One of Auckland's oldest cemeteries was partially demolished during the construction of a major highway in the 1960s. 

The platform atop this verdant volcano was built with the help of a royal elephant.

A colossal statue with a controversial past, forgotten for more than 30 years.

Standing in this historic plaza is a statue representing one of Cuba's most iconic literary characters.

After the Cuban Revolution, the famous rum company had to leave their swanky headquarters behind.

No one knows the meaning behind this giant sculpture of a nude woman with a fork riding a rooster in Havana.

In terms of history and architecture, this is one of the most remarkable cemeteries in the world.

His music once banned in Communist Cuba, John Lennon is now immortalized in bronze by Castro, who considers Lennon a "fellow dreamer."

A focal point of the Cuban government, this city square features one of the most iconic images in the country.

The largest masonic lodge in Cuba.

A colorful narrow alley in Cuba is full of street art and sculptures made of found objects.

Once a favorite playground for the world's most illustrious guests, Hotel Nacional's secret weapons and bunkers reveal a more menacing side to its golden history.

Built hundreds of years ago this downtown iron barrier once protected a much despised king.

A bit of retro transportation flair preserved in the world's largest department store.

Try not to get slimed in Tribeca.

This sculpture by artist Fritz Keonig survived the 9/11 attacks and now stands as a monument to the victims.

The last living thing to come out of the rubble after 9/11 is now a symbol of hope and resilience.

Pulled from the rubble of one of the worst modern tragedies, a steel crossbeam became a symbol of hope for New Yorkers.

Currently housing a corporate bank branch this building at the southern tip of Manhattan was once the gateway to luxury vacationing.

Lady Liberty's first beacon of enlightenment is now displayed in a museum near the statue.

In all of the 29 years it was in operation, no prisoners ever escaped successfully... or so they claim.

This impressive working clock made of 16,000 plants changes its flowers twice a year.