A lush indoor jungle fills this bustling Madrid transportation hub.

A Christian monastery stands on what was once a holy Incan temple.

An Inca spa, military outpost or maybe… both?

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

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

This geometric feat is a testament to the Incas' mesmerizing architectural abilities.

Ecuador’s historic seat of government has been quietly looted in recent decades, and no one knows how or by whom.

This huge green space packed with activities will make you forget you're in the middle of the Ecuadorian capital.

The world's tallest aluminum statue is also the world's tallest image of a winged Virgin Mary.

Quito's historic, main square dates back to the 16th century.

Legend says if this neo-Gothic basilica is ever officially completed, the world will come to an end.

It took 160 years to complete the most ornate church in Ecuador.

The gondolas let you glimpse a bird's-eye view of one of the world's highest capital cities.

This portion of a lovely Belize beach is infested with (harmless) sharks and rays.

A striking memorial recalls thousands of Bolognese men and women killed fighting fascists in World War II.

Famous landmarks and structures from across Italy fill this miniature park.

A single column facing the sea is all that's left of one of the most important temples of Magna Graecia.

A small Byzantine church lost in the middle of the mountains of southern Italy.

A local student's chance encounter with Keith Haring led to the creation of one of Europe's largest murals.

A mysterious ancient elephant said to possess magic powers is now the symbol of a Sicilian city.

Legend has it this fountain built to symbolize the Pope’s power hides a strange secret concerning Neptune's manliness.

The sunlight passing through the opening of this huge cave system creates a magical effect.

This church carved into the rocks is full of enchanting stone statues.

One of the most well-preserved castles in Italy also contains a rare medieval example of a port fortification.