Unsurprisingly, Holland is home to one of the most magnificent flower gardens in the world.

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

Colorful and chaotic stacked hotel in North Holland.

It appears as if a man is standing behind this giant airport clock, painting the hands in real time.

An oasis of shade and color amidst the bustle of the old city.

Perched above the bustling town of Kerak is a sprawling, ruinous castle that has witnessed nearly a millennia of Levantine history.

This exceptionally well-preserved ancient marvel also houses a small museum dedicated to Jordanian folk tradition.

Known as the "Valley of the Moon," this Jordanian wadi is one of the most amazing desertscapes on Earth.

The world's oldest map of the holy land gives us a fragmented glimpse of the layout of biblical nations.

The most gigantic, swoony, intimidating trio of fingers in all of antiquity.

Gladiators battle and chariots race daily in the ruins of a once-great Roman city.

A more chill but no less fascinating version of the famous ancient archeological site.

An ancient capital city that dates back 3,000 years old and harbors many surprises.

Hundreds of signs pointing to the birthplaces of current Helsinki residents form stalactites on the ceiling of the cave-like Kamppi metro station.

This red light district plaza memorializes the Fab Four and their historic connection to the area.

This gorgeous reading room houses the oldest and largest art history library in the Netherlands.

Artwork tucked within the trees greets visitors with surreal sonic experiences.

The shortest in the world, this landing strip stretches a mere 1,312 feet before steep cliffs on either end plunge into the Caribbean.

Commercial airplanes land mere feet over the heads of sunbathing beachgoers on this tiny island.

This church also serves as a lighthouse complete with a beacon.

These enormous, stern-faced statues greet visitors with lanterns, and sometimes costumes.

In the waters outside Helsinki, a tiny island once used as a military outpost now welcomes visitors.

Dedicated to the European Sinti and Roma peoples murdered during the Holocaust.

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