This kitschy, kinky homage to Taipei’s old “grandpa shops” is full of eye-candy.

Tintin's creator is celebrated in an immersive museum that's an astounding work of modern art.

A tiny church on a man-made island in the Adriatic.

Flamboyant architecture from the turn of 20th century.

Martin Bricelj Baraga's monolithic sculpture measures the blueness of the sky, and changes color to match it.

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

Bridge that died in war and was resurected.

A former bank seized as a sniper vantage point during the Bosnian War is now a secret graffiti art gallery.

Oriental bazaar in the heart of Sarajevo.

This exclusive resort has completely covered a tiny Balkan island in a 5-star warren of guest rooms.

This art installation pays homage to the famed stones of European lore.

Tucked in an urban forest, this restaurant specializes in homemade, healing rakijas.

This building’s ghostly exterior reflects its former lives as a prison, school, and funeral home.

In one of the smallest countries in the world stands an original Salvador Dalí sculpture.

A Viking-style brewpub named for a Norse sea giant, in the heart of fjord country.

A favorite with sightseers, this Norwegian funicular provides easy access to a stunning view of Bergen and its environs.

Stay overnight in the world's most sleekly designed rabbit hole, free of charge.

One of the most breathtaking railways in Europe also takes one of the steepest climbs, from fjord to mountain plateau.

The convergence of two currents makes this a surprisingly pleasant getaway in the Arctic Circle.

This "preacher's pulpit" once used for pagan ritual, is home to a new, and dangerous ritual.

This 15th-century church houses priceless works of art from a range of Croatian artists.

Inside this mansion turned museum, the works of prominent Croatian artists are on full display.

This floating sculpture of ice is a poignant reminder of nature's power.

The design of this beautifully crafted building was inspired by Norwegian glaciers.