In this historic region, homes and churches are carved into ancient volcanic rock formations.

This grand gothic brewery has been pumping out suds for over a hundred years.

Ancient serpentine sacrifice holder that has stood the test of time.

No one is sure if the world's fourth-largest diamond had been found in a rubbish heap or was pawned by Napoleon's mom.

1513 Turkish world map, full of European state secrets and snarky commentary.

Five sultans and their families rest in eternal splendor, teeming with overlooked beauty and drama.

This remarkably well-preserved Egyptian plinth is pretty well traveled for a giant piece of stone.

A reconstructed medieval gateway that was the magnificent entrance to the capital city dating back to 1037.

The medieval prince founded the first library in Ukraine at Saint Sophia's Cathedral where he was interred.

The masses at this church incorporate enough moonshine and animal sacrifice that they are no longer recognizably Catholic.

Every equinox this Maya pyramid puts on a spooky ancient light show.

These azure waters were thought to lead to the Mayan Underworld.

This is why we can't have nice things on the Incan Trail.

A fascinating little museum all about the rich history of Peru’s famous plant.

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

These steeply terraced ruins are a stop along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

A series of waterfalls so massive they straddle the border of Argentina and Brazil.

The final resting place of the tragic king and queen of the Jazz Age is tucked away in a small Maryland graveyard.

340-foot statue built to honour the Heroes of the Soviet Union.

This 1000 year old relic-filled cave monastery and UNESCO World Heritage Site also hosts an amazing micro-miniature museum.

Thousands of narrow alleyways in an ancient medieval city make up what's believed to be the world's largest car-free urban zone.

Vast stretch of tide-pools with a unique Moroccan charm.

An awe-inspiring mosque in Morocco with one of the tallest minarets in the world.

Traditional 11th-century outdoor tannery.