Some call this eerie forest of crooked trees the "Bermuda Triangle of Romania."

The romantic botanic tunnel feels like a well-kept secret.

The possible imprisonment of Vlad the Impaler here earned the medieval castle its nickname, "Dracula's Castle."

This solitary monastery may hold the remains of Vlad the Impaler (but probably not).

This elaborately decorated, fairytale-like Romanian royal palace is one of the most striking castles in Europe.

This fairy-tale castle would make Dracula (who is said to have been imprisoned there) jealous.

These naturally occurring but rare geological formations are each about the size of a small house.

Built over an abandoned train yard, this hidden gem is full of winding paths and offers gorgeous views of Sydney Harbour.

Rainforest filled with record-holding eucalyptus.

The only pollutant in the clear blue water is sunscreen.

A massive stairway that almost wasn't leads to one of Australia's most scenic vistas.

A castle hand-built by a Spanish dreamer in the Australian tropical jungle.

Once the path of a railway tunnel, now home to thousands of glowing insects.

An abandoned railroad tunnel is now filled with bioluminescent bugs.

Australian Lake set aglow by Noctiluca Scintillans.

An Australian lake whose pink hue defies scientific explanation.

Hanging over one of Japan's "hidden valleys," these vine bridges must be remade every three years.

Perfectly preserved ancient monastery in an impossibly dramatic location on a rocky island in the Atlantic.

The magical, mossy forest that inspired Princess Mononoke.

An abandoned castle owned and ignored by Masons carries a cursed history.

A tiny microvalley etched into the side of Knocknarea Mountain hides another world.

Stunning wetlands ablaze with pink lotus flowers.

A Japanese concept restaurant that feels like a party thrown by the monsters in your closet.

Hidden in the hills of Hollywood, this secluded Oz-themed garden is dotted with dozens of thrones.