An ancient Phoenician citadel once stood at the site where Queen Dido first landed, according to legend.

This grand hydraulic installation has provided water for townspeople since the Middle Ages.

Founded in 670, this ancient mosque is an architectural time portal.

The largest and best-preserved Roman amphitheater in Africa was designed to seat 35,000 people.

In a small courtyard resides this large mural that draws inspiration from Leeds and its history.

The name of this suspended sculpture is Latin for "high horse," which is exactly what it is.

Since 1995, two red-painted metal figures have guarded the entrance to the Northern Ballet.

In 1977, an eccentric book lover formed a micronation for book lovers.

Huge winged monument in the United Kingdom.

The tallest freestanding structure in the United Kingdom.

The largest public library in the United Kingdom was designed to reflect the industrial and artistic history of the city where it stands.

The fantastic charm of England's oldest botanical garden has made it a place of writerly inspiration for centuries.

This nondescript building was the birthplace of Morris cars.

Once one of the largest rooms full of books in the world, this bookstore basement is still a treat for bibliophiles.

A theatre built to house the rowdy Oxford graduation ceremonies became the stage for a debate about God's existence.

Hidden in plain sight, this creepy sculpture watches from above.

The spot where three Protestant clergymen were burned at the stake during the reign of "Bloody Mary."

This 11th century tower is said to be the oldest building in Oxford.

A 26-foot shark sculpture—a statement about bombs—set off a municipal battle royale.

The beloved fantasy novelist is buried near a church containing a whimsical etched glass window full of Narnia favorites.

Beside the pew where C.S. Lewis often sat while attending church, a window filled with characters from his beloved stories.

The names Lúthien and Beren can be found inscribed on the shared grave of the famous writer and his beloved wife and muse.

This spectacular dome managed to survive after being bombed in World War II, in an event known as the "Miracle of Mosta."

The floor of this spectacular Baroque sanctuary is covered in memento mori.