Over two centuries old and counting, Madrid's massive botanical garden contains one of Europe's only desert environments.

80 years of the Battle of Peasholm on a small English lake.

Climb to the top of the world's largest seated bronze Buddha.

Luxury hotel turned into a refugee camp, then turned back into a luxury hotel.

A miniature Italianate fantasy village on the coast of Wales and the set of ITC classic "The Prisoner."

Metro station with a claim to rock n' roll fame.

On the Spree bank, discover one of the last reminders of a symbolic wall that divided, and was torn down by the people.

Cold war icon and onetime "hole" in the iron curtain.

The largest free-standing aquarium in the world resides in a hotel lobby in Berlin.

Death rituals and sacrifice inside a Peruvian megalith.

The intricate stonework of Machu Picchu serves as a testament to Incan engineers.

Gargoyle head that brings good luck.

A wunderkammer of gold and silver reliquaries and ancient saintly bones.

An ancient knight and a symbol of the city's freedom.

A library built during San Francisco's pioneer times is a student's retreat, bibliophile's sanctuary, and chess player's delight.

Come stay at a live-in art installation.

The oldest inn in England served brew to the crusaders.

This city square is home to Amsterdam's oldest church and a statue honoring Dutch sex workers.

An Amsterdam street lined with antique shops each one dedicated to a different obscure collection.

A beautifully eclectic mix of architectural styles.

Pyramid shaped monument with a tall tale attached.