Myanmar's Mount Olympus atop a 2,500-foot volcanic plug.

A series of tiny artificial islands rich with produce bob atop the surface of the lake.

The hottest place on the planet.

Arguing within this idyllic, circular volcanic lake is forbidden.

You can swim in these highly salty, mesmerizingly blue lakes in the Atacama Desert.

The Earth's saltiest natural body of water belches toxic gas.

A deserted 20-lane highway runs through Myanmar's empty capital city.

Two nearly identical Chinese pagodas stand side by side, along with ancient stone relics.

The oldest teak bridge in the world is made from the remains of a royal palace.

Curious onlookers have suspected this strange structure is a secret government base.

A grand example of 19th century Burmese teak architecture, and the most significant of Mandalay's historic buildings.

These serpents are considered holy and pampered accordingly.