Increasingly decayed figures stand as a powerful reminder of the human costs of Czech Communism.

This tipsy office building in downtown Prague was originally called “Fred and Ginger.”

A bust of Franz Kafka spins in pieces, reflecting the writer's inner torment.

This Prague museum collects brutalist relics and memories from the country's former Soviet rule.

A turn of the century building boasting some of the most beautiful art nouveau architecture in Prague.

Macabre astrological automaton clock dating to the late 1400s.

A surreal statue honoring Prague's favorite literary son.

This automated sculpture of two men peeing will spell out text messages with their micturition.

Despite attempts by local police to discourage it, Beatles-inspired graffiti has been a means for artists to air grievances for decades.

This picturesque Umbrian city has a subterranean side that has long remained hidden.

Construction of Barcelona's iconic (but controversial) church is expected to be completed in 2026—a century after the death of its architect.

A vista of the city and sea from atop the little-known viewing deck on an unassuming Columbus statue.

The iconic boulevard is the perfect place to catch sight of a bicycling skeleton, a levitating Satan, or a chef with his head stuck in a pizza.

A crucified and bearded female saint.

Steadily reminding Czechia of its past.

A former fisherman's hut deemed too small for habitation is now a delightful tourist draw.

A tiny village in Wales claims the name of a noble medieval hound slain for a crime he didn't commit.

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

A sweet symbol marks the place where torturous executions were once carried out.

The final resting place of soldiers' loyal canine companions.

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

There are plenty of wonderful panoramic vistas in Edinburgh, but not many are hidden smack in the middle of the Old Town.

17th century streets hidden under Edinburgh were once a breeding ground for the black death.

The heart of a Scottish legend had a centuries-long journey before reaching its final resting place.