A bright little alley in La Boca is a part of tango history.

The celebrated eyesore created by starry-eyed sweethearts.

What was once a unique system of urban elevators is turning into a mechanical ruin.

Built on the remains of one the Incas’ most important gathering spots, this square keeps the spirit of a fallen empire alive.

A painting in the historic Cathedral Basilica depicts Jesus and his disciples dining on a traditional Peruvian menu.

Situated on a sacred Inca site, this 16th-century cathedral took nearly 100 years to build.

The intricate stonework of Machu Picchu serves as a testament to Incan engineers.

This kitschy, kinky homage to Taipei’s old “grandpa shops” is full of eye-candy.

Colorful curls of hand-blown glass form a captivating tower in San Antonio's Central Library.

This massive tea kettle was once a promotional stunt for the Oriental Teashop.

The American Revolution was galvanized into serious action due to the tragic clash with British soldiers that occurred at this location.

Formerly known as the Malay Quarter, Bo Kaap is a colorfully-painted suburb located in the “Mother City” of South Africa.

This African beach is home to thousands of rare mainland penguins that are known for their annoying voice.

Outdoor escalators and art have helped change what was once a notoriously dangerous part of Medellín.

The soaring gondola lines form the longest aerial cable car system in the world.

An unusual and beautiful form of mass transit serves the city's steepest neighborhoods.

These Egyptian statues have survived for 3,400 years and were an acoustic wonder of the ancient world.

This dome-shaped mountain boasts amazing views and has a rich religious history.

A "miracle" that seems to produce more holy fistfights than holy revelations.

An ancient capital city that dates back 3,000 years old and harbors many surprises.

These boots are made for selfies.

Not quite the menace it once was, this monster still has some chops.

Cabaret where the show girls are all androids, and the patrons couldn't be more pleased.

Looking for a crappy restaurant? Pull up a porcelain bowl and enjoy your meal.