A tea party concludes each visit to this Russian spice cookie sanctum.

Russia's own leaning tower was built on a tragic historical fable.

Replica of mosque destroyed by Russia in the 16th century.

This Russian religious complex is a Frankenstein's chapel that includes influence from almost all the major faiths.

This charming old building's loose connection with the Scottish Reformer is what saved it from demolition after it split apart.

A six-ton wedding present for the King of the Scots.

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?

Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.

After nearly 60 years, there's still a bear at Paddington Station looking for help.

The perfectly preserved underground rooms where Churchill plotted the war against Germany.

Kings Cross Station pays tribute to its role in Britain's best-selling book series.

For decades, Puerta del Sol has been illuminated by a giant, guitar-wielding bottle of sherry.

This sweet-toothed bear searching for snacks has been a symbol of Madrid for decades.

A stone slab in Madrid marks the point from which the distances of Spain's national roads are measured.

A lush indoor jungle fills this bustling Madrid transportation hub.

Madrid's romantically ornate crystal palace has been offering shelter to plants and art for over a century.

The oldest restaurant in the world is this old-world Spanish eatery, still known for its suckling pig.

An ancient Egyptian temple in the middle of Madrid, Spain.

An 18th century wonder of the world, lost in WWII, re-created at the Catherine Palace.

You'll find rocket launchers, not rollercoasters, at Russia's “military Disneyland.”

Moscow's other, lesser known kremlin is a fairytale-like cultural complex modeled after Old Russia.

Immortal combat in a Moscow museum.

Moscow's imposing monument to the Space Age.

Museum celebrating the achievements of the Soviet space program.