This former railway facility is the oldest in Slovenia, and now houses a museum showcasing the history of steam locomotives.

An unmistakable facial pareidolia in the Julian Alps also includes a fantastic tale.

A beautiful drive through the foot of the Alps traces the path of 15th-century Turkish raids.

A cemetery for Slovenian notables also serves as a popular recreation space.

On a small Slovenian island, diners can mix and match a classic cake into dozens of sweet and savory flavor combinations.

A trough of 700 strange bronze faces runs through a narrow alley in Ljubljana's old town.

The "dragon babies" of southeastern Europe.

The world's oldest grape-producing vine has survived four centuries of turmoil and even has its own anthem.

This abandoned Slovenian military barracks has become a punky-political art squat.

A whimsical bridge adorned with decorative dragons.

A miniature train-ride through Slovenia's largest cave system.

This one-time health resort was used by aristocrats around the world.

This massive subterranean fissure is known as the "underground Grand Canyon."

Castle and secret tunnel withstood a siege until its owner was killed by the Holy Roman Empire, while sitting on the toilet.

This former medical factory gives home to cutting edge arts in the shadow of a gas works.

A recently restored Shoreditch landmark with ties to Jack the Ripper.

This marine reptile was discovered by one of the 19th century's greatest fossil hunters.

A tiny replica of the iconic London landmark hides on the side of the steel structure.

An architectural oddity hides in plain sight on this iconic London bridge.

Touching this 18th-century Scottish philosopher’s toe allegedly conjures good fortune.

Decrepit Victorian public lift is a white-knuckle ride.

The pretty iron lamp is a reminder of the architecture underneath London's streets.

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

The ritual has been performed uninterrupted for nearly 700 years.