This 1,300 year old monastery built atop a single rock was once only accessible depending on the whims of the tide.

Monsters and miniatures are held in equal esteem at this wondrous museum.

Hundreds of hidden passageways weave through the old quarters of Lyon.

A colorful piece of contemporary art cheerfully clashes with Lyon's historical architecture.

Nicknamed the "Museum of Horrors," this French anatomical collection has been fascinating visitors for over a century.

Natural history museum celebrating biodiversity with a parade of taxidermy animals.

This massive library holds what was once the largest book collection in the world.

19th century pendulum and a clock restored by a rogue group of guerilla artists.

The celebrated eyesore created by starry-eyed sweethearts.

France's most famous cemetery, with some of its most curious tombs.

Medieval museum built over Roman baths that features famous tapestries of a lady and a unicorn.

The world's longest outdoor covered escalator system transports commuters through Hong Kong's hilly terrain.

Climb to the top of the world's largest seated bronze Buddha.

Teeming with illegal goods and services, this towering maze of vice is also a popular tourist accommodation.