The only quarter of the Old City not dedicated to a major world religion.

After over 100 years out of service this landmark windmill once again turns as a symbol of Jerusalem's self-sufficiency.

Oldest Protestant church in the Middle East, designed to resemble a synagogue.

The maze-like transportation hub contains abandoned areas, derelict stores, and a resident bat colony.

This subterranean funicular is one of the world's smallest subways.

A "miracle" that seems to produce more holy fistfights than holy revelations.

The home of the Dead Sea Scrolls is an abstract modernist dream.

The cathedral stands in New Jufa, Isfahan's Armenian quarter that was established in 1606.

This 17th-century structure is a beautiful testimony to traditional Persian architecture

Marked by the hand of the explorer Henry Morton Stanley.

A historic trade hub teeming with gorgeous architecture, colorful goods, and vibrant designs.

Long before air conditioning, Persian architects found an ingenious way to cool off.

Named after a legendary garden called Eram in southern Arabia, built by order of Shaddad, an Arab king who wanted to compete with Paradise.

The fire inside this temple has burned for more than 1,500 years.

The hottest, driest, and most scenic desert on Earth.

A dreamy mausoleum honors Persia's most famous poet.

These little castles each held thousands of pigeons.

17th century mosque for Shah Abbas' harem.

The ancient necropolis houses the immense rock-cut tombs of four Persian kings.

Putrefaction plateaus in Iran, where the dead were sent for decontamination before going to their final resting place.

This ruined fortress was the stronghold for a persecuted medieval leader and his infamous Assassins.

A spectacular rainbow of stained glass makes the "Pink Mosque" one of the most beautiful in Iran.

The palace of the King of Kings, burned by Alexander the Great.

Mirrors and glass shards cover every inch of this arrestingly beautiful mosque.