The ancient heart of Tunis is an enormous maze of narrow streets and alleyways.

Transport yourself to the 1980s era of video games at this themed restaurant and bar.

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

Only the face remains of this giant Buddha statue, which is said to be a source of luck for students.

This “peasant café” in the middle of Tokyo re-creates the atmosphere of the Japanese countryside.

A restaurant modeled after feudal Japan, where the waitstaff are trained as ninjas.

Volunteers spent years restoring a vintage steam locomotive to operating condition.

This historic, palatial theater is now one of the world’s most beautiful bookstores.

The giant figure on the back of this turtle-shaped temple actually hides a memorial pendulum.

This sprawling scenic burial ground is the final resting place of Japan's last shogun.

Its humdrum facade only adds to its electrifying appeal: a rooftop with panoramic views of a shapeshifting metropolis.

Plenty of old carney magic still haunts this photogenic amusement park.