Stockholm's decidedly unique public transit system has doubled as the world's longest art gallery for decades.

What might look like a cliffside sacrificial altar at first glance is actually a stone compass pointing to cities and lighthouses all around the world.

At this Arctic outpost, get to know members of the indigenous Sámi community and meet their herds.

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

A thin pane of glass keeps visitors from sliding off this futuristic skywalk.

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.

A serpentine highway twists and turns over the treacherous Norwegian Sea.

One of the world's heaviest musical instruments towers within a popular urban park.

Thousands of coffin-like pillars make up this controversial Holocaust memorial.

A massive wintry wall of snow up to 66 feet tall flanks a highway through Japan's mountains.

The Buddhist temples of Yamadera, built into a mountain side, feature a viewing deck with sweeping views.

The divine septet of Japanese fortune gods are rendered in 1,000 year old wood at this peaceful site.

White beach sands made of the remains of tiny, star shaped creatures.

Largest graveyard in all of Japan surrounds a famous mausoleum.

A shrine contains nearly 200 statues of the Buddhist deity Jizo, dressed in bibs by parents who have lost a child.

A remarkable lava formation encloses a line of Buddhist statues that can't be accurately counted, according to local mythology.

An astounding annual light display honors the victims of one of Japan's most devastating earthquakes.

Unusual hexagonal rocks formed by cooling lava named for their resemblance to traditional Japanese tatami mats.

Peace Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome.

The 43-mile route crosses through six islands with gorgeous views of the Seto Inland Sea.

With over 12,000 different species of plants, this botanical garden is Japan's oldest and most diverse.

This pond is so stunning it looks like you've stepped into one of Monet's masterpieces.