This series of paintings celebrate a locally beloved snail species.

This one-of-a-kind convent boasts a kaleidoscopic exterior of stars and double-headed eagles.

Its sunny hues are believed to have inspired the town's color palette.

An island graveyard with spectacular views of the Caribbean.

Found down a long dirt road, a sacred Mexican cenote and 18th-century hacienda remain hidden.

Take a dip beneath the stalactites in this amazing cenote.

At least seven hues of blue and turquoise make this freshwater lagoon unique.

Clap your hands at the base of the pyramid, and the song of a sacred Mayan bird will echo through the air.

No telescopes, no power, no gift shop: The Observatory of Chichen Itza, one of the world's oldest observatories, takes astronomy back to basics.

Every equinox this Maya pyramid puts on a spooky ancient light show.

Mountain where Jesus was first tempted by the Devil.

Step inside the first house designed by Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí, considered to be one of the first Art Nouveau buildings.

These secluded and abandoned anti-aircraft defenses have become one the most scenic viewpoints in Barcelona.

Gaudí's famously flamboyant architectural style is on full display in this sprawling park and garden.

Construction of Barcelona's iconic (but controversial) church is expected to be completed in 2026—a century after the death of its architect.

The only quarter of the Old City not dedicated to a major world religion.

This unassuming oasis elevated just above the busy streets of Jerusalem offers one of the best views of the Old City.

As the Dead Sea continues to deplete, massive sinkholes open along its banks.

A copy of the famous statue can be found in this Florence piazza, along with one of the most breathtaking views of the city below.

Drink wine handed out through a window as part of an age-old tradition.

Thousands of slain Soviet soldiers are buried within the shadow of this enormous obelisk.

This fortress dates back to the 6th century and is also the site of a controversial abandoned restoration project.

This massive monument was unveiled the day Kosovo declared independence from Serbia.

A 11-foot former president stands on a Kosovo street that also bears his name.