Diego Rivera's massive tiled fountain and failed infrastructure project.

The striking jade death mask of an ancient Maya king is displayed in a replica tomb in Mexico City.

This colossal ancient sculpture of the monstrous Aztec rain god has a literally stormy history.

Many people don't realize there’s a lot going on in—and below—the world’s tallest triumphal arch.

This one-window stand has been home to a giant vat of slowly simmering meats and an array of unique tacos for almost 50 years.

Gilded heaven for philatelists and architecture freaks, still in full working order despite sitting atop tremulous ground.

Where layer cakes tower above one’s head and there is never a shortage of icing.

Baked in 1898 and still almost flawless, this floral masterpiece is considered the world's oldest complete wedding cake.