This ancient cave temple complex is the largest and best-preserved temple complex in Sri Lanka.

This rural Sri Lankan village hides a cluster of small, enigmatic stupas.

The first and only planetarium in Sri Lanka.

This palatial, 99-doored Colonial mansion is a marvel of architectural fusion.

According to Hindu belief, this shallow island chain was created by a god with an army of monkeys.

This elaborate temple was built around one of the Buddha's teeth.

An ancient temple to the Hindu god Shiva surrounded by jaw-dropping scenery.

The ruins of this old church are slowing sinking into the sand.

Seven beautiful 1,000-year-old rock-cut Buddhist statues.

The remains of a 37,000-year-old prehistoric society were discovered in this mammoth cave, one of the largest in Asia.

Pettah's beautiful floating market was once a stinky canal in a sketchy industrial area.

Known as the most scenic route in Sri Lanka, this train line is steeped in history and offers an unparalleled view of the country.

This mesmerizing architectural wonder will take your breath away with its unusual color patterns.

Huge herds of Asian elephants can be seen walking, bathing, and just chilling at this Sri Lankan park.

An ancient stone fortress considered by many to be the eighth wonder of the world.

Savor the famous tempura-fried pork tenderloin sandwich at this long-standing Kansas City food counter.

Does this 10-foot-tall statue carved into a rock face depict a king afflicted by a skin condition or a Buddhist figure?

Discovered by a soldier during the Revolutionary War, these springs helped create an iconic South Carolina ginger ale.

Despite being burnt down multiple times, the ruins of this South Carolina church are still standing.

Not only is this nature preserve the largest protected freshwater island on the East Coast, but it’s also a stronghold of Gullah living.

A haunting—but not haunted—chapel remains in the woods.

Take in some Air Force history—and ogle some beautiful planes—at this little-known park near Myrtle Beach’s seashore.

Did the legendary Scottish knight William Wallace actually take refuge here after a major battle?

A hidden tunnel leads to a medieval queen's shrine buried beneath a parking lot.