A network of ancient Egyptian tombs built into the cliff face along the Nile.

The once great capital of Egypt now crumbles forward as evocative ruins.

Egyptian treasure trove of fossils documenting the whale's transition from land mammal to sea creature.

In Egypt's expanding metro area, many of the neighbors are dead.

The unique collection often goes unnoticed by visitors focused only on the archaeological objects.

The ruins of an ancient temple to the Aztec wind god discovered in the middle of a metro station.

Mexico City's largest market contains a Willy Wonka-esque wonderland.

Made of giant chains and hung with shackles, this iron cross honors those unknowns who perished under American slavery.

New Orleans' famous cemetery, located on the site of a former race track.

This historic "City of the Dead" lies prominently in the center of New Orleans' famous Garden District.

In 2010, Nicolas Cage purchased two plots in this cemetery using one to construct this strange pyramid mausoleum.

A snapshot of the city's fascinating voodoo culture.

A theme park that suffered massive flooding during Katrina was abandoned, and now proves irresistible to trespassing explorers.

This abandoned Civil War fortress is slowly being swallowed by the waters of Lake Borgne.

A wild Hollywood resort thwarted by mosquitoes.

This historic cemetery built for victims of the epidemics that swept Guadalajara is shrouded in macabre tales.

An island graveyard with spectacular views of the Caribbean.

During its heyday, the massive estate boasted its own railroad station and post office.

This series of waterfalls tumble into a radiantly blue river.

The ruins of an ancient pyramid built by the mysterious Chupícuaro civilization.

The unique collection of gifts includes braids of human hair, a spoon, and a Virgin made of bread.

A hacienda that features all things uniquely Yucatán.

Inside a busy metro station, an impressive mural depicts the prehispanic city of Tenochtitlán.

You can release a young butterfly at this beautiful indoor garden.