A 17th-century mosque that was used for war more than worship.

This grand Pakistani mausoleum can only be accessed via an almost 1,000 foot long alleyway.

Bangkok celebrated its shifting monarchy with a militaristic homage to democracy.

This peaceful Sikh gurudwara serves around 50,000 free meals every day within its gilded walls.

The tallest statue in the world is twice the height of the Statue of Liberty.

An architectural marvel that combines Gothic architecture with Indian elements.

When new viceroys were elected, they passed through this arch to cement the title.

The last remaining colonial-era Italian church in Old Goa.

This colorful colonial neighborhood in Panjim is one of the only Latin Quarters in Asia.

Tibetan-influenced mountain fortress in Northern Pakistan.

Known as the most dangerous bridge in the world, the Hussaini Hanging Bridge is only one of many precarious rope bridges in Northern Pakistan.

These stairs were built to accommodate royals mounted on elephants.

This dazzlingly turquoise mountain lake was created in the wake of a natural disaster.

World's most expensive home.

This ancient fortress was once the setting for a strange battle won with the help of a lizard.

This complex of vertically-excavated Buddhist, Jain, and Hindu monolithic temples in India's Maharashtra providence illustrates a spirit of tolerance characteristic of ancient India.

Half-size replica of the Taj Mahal.

The Hindu god Vishnu is said to have walked at this Hindu pilgrimage site.

This cupola was once seen as an architectural disaster.

This ruined relic of the medieval city of Jahanpanah is a quiet oasis in the middle of New Delhi.

An ancient iron pillar in Delhi that seems to be rustproof.

Also known as the "Red Taj Mahal."

Dedicated to the life of a brave woman soldier.

These murals celebrate the oft-overlooked legacies of Iraqi-Jewish actresses in Bollywood.