An ancient capital city that dates back 3,000 years old and harbors many surprises.

Where artisans use centuries-old techniques to build traditional Arabian ships.

This beautifully restored fortification kept the city safe for centuries.

Traditional architecture and ancient irrigation systems are on display in this gorgeous mountain village.

Groups of prehistoric tombs that dot the mountains of northern Oman.

This bazaar is one of the oldest in the Arabian world.

An imposing Omani fortress surrounded by date palm trees.

This spectacular mosque houses the second-largest chandelier in the world.

A sinkhole and now a swimming hole, too, full of dazzling turquoise water.

This spectacular dome managed to survive after being bombed in World War II, in an event known as the "Miracle of Mosta."

Stone Age solar temple is aligned with the sun on each equinox and solstice.

This strange statue features a bust of the famous composer plopped atop a woman's body.

Ugly 18th-century dwarf statues living in a perfectly landscaped Austrian garden.

Terrifically morbid cemetary and site of famous Paracelsus' grave.

Amidst medieval and baroque buildings, five human-sized gherkins stand tall.

According to the local folklore, the myriad colors of this lake are the result of a lovelorn wizard's blunder.

A climbing route in the mountains of Italy’s Dolomites, built for soldiers during World War I.

Also known as the Blue Church, the building was consecrated to the daughter of Andrew II.

A cableway for car transport.

The inverted pyramid design of this station stands out amid Bratislava's urban landscape.

A massive sculpture of an obscure Celtic coin that has become a symbol in Slovakia.

The largest fountain in Bratislava.

In an area known in Bratislava’s postal history, this sculpture sits equipped with a functional postbox.

Launched by Napoleon's soldiers more than 200 years ago, a cannonball remains embedded in the tower wall.