This unassuming tree stump reportedly traces its roots to the famous pharaoh queen's reign.

This exceptionally well-preserved ancient marvel also houses a small museum dedicated to Jordanian folk tradition.

Known as the "Valley of the Moon," this Jordanian wadi is one of the most amazing desertscapes on Earth.

This amazingly well-preserved villa just outside Pompeii boasts rare examples of ancient Roman paintings.

This historic square in Nepal is home to temples dating back to the third century.

The striking jade death mask of an ancient Maya king is displayed in a replica tomb in Mexico City.

Overlooking the burial ground is a tower designed to prevent thieves from snatching the recently deceased.

Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.

This local emblem is the oldest and largest dragon tree in the Canary Islands.

The Scottish Reformation leader's grave was paved over and is now a parking lot.

Perched above the bustling town of Kerak is a sprawling, ruinous castle that has witnessed nearly a millennia of Levantine history.

The final resting place of the "father of special effects."

Standing atop 2nd-century Roman ruins, this church is one of the oldest and most iconic in Old Cairo.

Monkeys inhabit the lush forest surrounding ancient Mayan ruins once considered sacred.

A detailed pachyderm supports Rome's smallest Egyptian obelisk.

This Manhattan skyscraper is a reminder of the brief but glorious age of urban air taxis.

One of its engravings is believed to be among the first representations of medical and surgical instruments.

The 2,000-year-old Roman columns are hidden within Barcelona's Gothic Quarter.

Twelve grave-faced marble angels guard the emperor's tomb at Les Invalides.

Two stone columns flank the grand Venice square, but there were supposed to be three.

The largest Art Nouveau complex in the world is a Barcelona hospital with a 600-year-long history.

The iconic boulevard is the perfect place to catch sight of a bicycling skeleton, a levitating Satan, or a chef with his head stuck in a pizza.

This 15th-century island fortress later served as home to the executioners no one wanted to live near.

This daunting 1st century fortress was purportedly the site of one of the most dramatic revolts of the Jewish-Roman wars.