A beautiful multicolored mound formed by the mineral deposits of the Orenda Spring.

Two mermen, eternally spitting into each other's mouths.

Fossilized sea bottom and lime quarry.

New York's southernmost subway station is whimsically wavy.

One of the most enjoyable bits of history at Coney Island and “the most romantic ride in the world.”

This outdoor gallery of graffiti-covered walls pays homage to the past, present, and possible future of street art.

The abandoned remains of this once-thriving hotel looms over the city, awaiting an uncertain future.

Legend tells how a Spanish soldier disappeared from this isolated sentry box without a trace.

This bleach-white graveyard overlooking the ocean is accessed through a tunnel.

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

The gondolas let you glimpse a bird's-eye view of one of the world's highest capital cities.

This historic street in Quito is known for its seven stone crosses—and one presidential assassination.

An elaborate shrine dedicated to the four corners of the world unfortunately misses its mark.

Legend says if this neo-Gothic basilica is ever officially completed, the world will come to an end.

Quito's historic, main square dates back to the 16th century.

Ecuador’s historic seat of government has been quietly looted in recent decades, and no one knows how or by whom.

A short volcanic hill in Quito doubles as a stellar observation point of an iconic statue.

Famously misunderstood wonder of the ancient world

An architectural oddity hides in plain sight on this iconic London bridge.

Cozy basement bar sports an inventory of over 2,000 beers.

A little sculpture with a large wardrobe.

Museum preserving torture methods from the past.

Every equinox this Maya pyramid puts on a spooky ancient light show.

No telescopes, no power, no gift shop: The Observatory of Chichen Itza, one of the world's oldest observatories, takes astronomy back to basics.