Sacred waters rescued from the wrath of a volcano.

One native village in Bali lays their dead at the foot of a holy tree whose natural fragrance seems to hide the stench as the bodies decompose.

An abandoned hotel in the highlands of Bali is shrouded in stories of ghosts, curses, and corruption.

This tiny lake temple dedicated to a water goddess seems to float on the surface.

Bali's remote "gateway to heaven" is one of the most sacred places on the island.

The name of this ancient Indonesian temple translates as "Elephant Cave" but it could be more accurately called "The Hellmouth."

A haunting theme park is slowly being swallowed by the jungle.

It took 28 years to build this massive statue of the Hindu god Vishnu riding a mythical bird.

This former Portuguese defensive fort atop a hill was occupied for thousands of years.

In this rare traditional factory, three generations of know-how, several strong cows, and a one-ton mortar come together to make Yogyakarta's famous "ugly noodles."

A small museum full of giant effigies of Bali's demons and monsters.

These broken shards of ancient ruin may hide an ancient pyramid.

Isolated atop this Balinese sea crag is a lovely Hindu temple that is said to be guarded by sea snakes.

Subterranean place of worship in Indonesia.

A palace-fortress ruin in Indonesia complete with legends of two magical tigers, eight bathing angels, and a wish-granting cannon.

During the rainy season, this temple is almost entirely submerged, accessible only by boat.

This golden temple is surrounded by hundreds of stone tablets that comprise the "world's largest book."

A colorful kitschy temple and floating market off the beaten path.

One of Ayutthaya’s most iconic locations is a mysterious, hauntingly surreal miracle.

Buddhist university that allows English-language speakers the opportunity to study with monks in Thailand.

A shrine honoring a legendary ghost bride lies within this vibrant temple.

At a Bangkok bistro, one pot of beef stew has been cooking non-stop for more than 45 years.

Walk through depictions of the torture inflicted on those who go to Buddhist hell.

Limestone outcrop decorated with a large laser engraving of the Buddha.