Iconic pyramid from famed British architect Norman Foster designed to represent all of the world's religious faiths.

An abandoned Soviet-era mining town in the mountains of South Kazakhstan.

The lovely lake that was naturally dammed, then naturally destroyed, then unnaturally saved.

A brilliant turquoise lake in the mountains.

Rusting ships sit in a desert where a sea used to be.

Submerged trees jut ghost-like out of an idyllic turquoise mountain lake.

In an arid region, this beautiful lake in the Aravalli hills is an unexpected delight.

The lone remnant of a 16th-century palace in Old Goa.

This 15th-century mosque is a beautiful blend of Hindu and Islamic architecture.

Known as the "Queen of Beach Markets," Calangute epitomizes Goa's beach flea market scene.

This sprawling stronghold has been at the center of some of South India's bloodiest wars.

Worlds' largest inhabited river island.

This deserted palace is one of the finest examples of Indo-Islamic architecture in India.

This abandoned palace and the stupas around it conceal beautiful Buddhist frescoes, statues, and silk paintings.

The roof of one of the world’s largest spice markets provides a grand view over the neighborhood's glorious bustle.

A towering work of stone and philosophy that was constructed using ancient Hindu science.

The Kaveri River cuts through the rocky terrain then drops off to form these misty falls.

This magical and eccentric stepwell is a hidden treasure within the ancient fort city of Mandu.

A collection of crumbling mansions stand as a reminder of a more prosperous time in this Indian village.

Ancient traditions and surreal birdwatching come into sharp relief along one of the world's most polluted rivers.

An ancient curse kept humans from living on the water, and now it's brimming with rare wildlife and is one of the most pristine rivers in India.

The largest freshwater lake in northeast India is also the only floating national park in the world.

The mysterious empty cupola behind the monumental arch points to an ancient prophecy of Delhi.

One of the tallest mountains in India was closed for years after a botched CIA mission.