Ethiopia's "smoking mountain" is in one of the hottest regions on the planet and is home to two lava lakes.

An ocean in the making, in the Ethiopian desert.

Annual rush for a sacred desert lake's fish stock.

Topless shrine of northern Ghana.

Africa's Venice on stilts.

This series of rope-style bridges brings visitors into a jungle layer that is usually reserved for birds and monkeys.

The Voodoo Superstore of the world.

This picturesque round lake is said to be home to the legendary Mokèlé-mbèmbé.

The true jewel of Africa's west coast known as "Africa's Last Eden."

One of the oldest medical collections in Europe focusing on rare surgical instruments.

An ancient rock engraving shows Aboriginals used their advanced knowledge of the stars to hunt and gather.