A historic trade hub teeming with gorgeous architecture, colorful goods, and vibrant designs.

17th century mosque for Shah Abbas' harem.

These little castles each held thousands of pigeons.

This 17th-century structure is a beautiful testimony to traditional Persian architecture

The cathedral stands in New Jufa, Isfahan's Armenian quarter that was established in 1606.

The fire inside this temple has burned for more than 1,500 years.

Long before air conditioning, Persian architects found an ingenious way to cool off.

Putrefaction plateaus in Iran, where the dead were sent for decontamination before going to their final resting place.

This massive monument towers over the city as a constant reminder of the lives lost during Algeria's hard-won war for independence.

The opulent car collection of an eccentric Sheikh housed in his own private pyramid.

In one of the world's smallest countries, a royal's personal winery is open to the public.

The oldest surviving wooden bridge over Rhine lets travelers cross easily from Switzerland to Liechtensten.

This non-profit theatre in the heart of Brussels is dedicated to hosting independent films.

A little sculpture with a large wardrobe.

Climb inside an iron crystal magnified 165 billion times its normal size.

A comprehensive museum dedicated to Africa's oldest modern republic.

Empty since 1989, now falling into ruin.

An abandoned mine pit is now a beautiful, colorful attraction.

This river island in Sierra Leone is home to impressive biodiversity and the country's first community conservation program.

One of the capital's last independent milk bars remains a crucial community watering hole.

Mount Nyiragongo has erupted at least 34 times since 1882 and is home to the world's largest lava lake.

This century-old site established by King Mwezi Gisabo preserves the art of Burundi's ancient drum rituals.

More than half of this Indian palace is drowned but it looks all the more spectacular for it.

The 953 windows undoubtedly make this the world's most beautiful screened porch.