An ancient necropolis of magnificent tombs.

This 700-year-old Cyprus castle is the birthplace of the world's oldest wine, said to be toasted by Richard the Lionheart at his wedding.

The ancient mosaics here are considered among the finest in the world, and serve as a stunning record of Greco-Roman daily life.

This Turkish cave boasts some rather bizarre associations with the King of Mount Olympus.

Legend says if you stick your thumb in the hole and it gets wet your wish will be granted.

A small etching on the white marble parapet was written in runic script by a Viking mercenary.

The ancient abodes are a testament to human ingenuity amid harsh climates.

Fantastic lake on the heart of a fault line.

A sacred lake with thousands of sacred carp and a biblical history.

Flames have been burning within this mountain for more than 2,500 years.

The largest Neolithic ruins in the world hide a notably clean prehistoric metropolis.

1513 Turkish world map, full of European state secrets and snarky commentary.

The deepest underground city in Turkey was designed to protect 20,000 people behind massive stone doors.

The ornate miniature mansions were built for Istanbul's feathered residents.

Hidden just under the waters around this Turkish island are the ruins of a once great city.

An abused and forgotten metropolis, abandoned for centuries.

This hunter-gatherer architecture is believed to be the oldest religious complex known.

Roman ruins top white travertine terraces formed by ancient hot springs.

In this historic region, homes and churches are carved into ancient volcanic rock formations.

One of the largest remaining ancient burial mounds of the 10th century.

This stunning mountain lake was named for a pair of tragic lovers whose statues stand at the center.

This Ukranian fortress is one of the best-preserved medieval castles in Europe.

This hill is known for its connection to the occult in Slavic tradition.

The medieval prince founded the first library in Ukraine at Saint Sophia's Cathedral where he was interred.