In Northeastern Iceland lies something of an oxymoron: a steaming desert.

Cairns built to bring travelers good luck stretch across the land like miniature stone mountains.

This canyon is comprised of gorgeous waters and magnificent basalt columns.

An Icelandic island full of diving birds and legend.

A sulfuric martian landscape that looks far better than it smells.

Three columns of volcanic rock shoot out of the ocean.

This replica Viking village was created for a film that was never shot and is now open to visitors.

This valley of hot springs and boiling mud pots is home to the record-holding "Geysir," which originated the English word.

This elegant arc of a waterfall marks a religious turning point.

Iceland's largest lagoon is home to stunning multi-colored icebergs.

Rising from the sea like a stone monster.

The unique waterfall in Iceland's south features a backdrop of geometric black lava columns.

This free museum is building a collection of books that are banned, censored or burnt around the world.

The center of this Polish border town was so thoroughly wiped out in World War II that only the foundations remain.

This abandoned hospital has a long history, having housed both German and Soviet soldiers in the course of its life.

Celebrating the works of a beloved Italian actor, known for such cult films as 'They Call Me Trinity' and 'Watch Out, We’re Mad!'

The world's first invisible city square is an homage to a man who pushed the boundaries of art.

Where a Japanese government official issued transit visas to Jews fleeing from Nazi-occupied Poland.

Architecturally stunning library serves as the hub of Finnish scholarly life and culture.

A UNESCO-protected spiritual seat of the Old Serbian Kingdom and Empire.

A 14th-century Serbian Orthodox church that was once converted into a mosque under the much-disfavored Ottoman Empire.

Considered an architectural abomination by some, this metal-clad building is known as 'little red riding hood' by locals.

Local folklore claims that this wall was not built for defense, but to provide labor during a time of famine.

The history of knife-making in this French city is explored through this museum.