Splashes of blue in an otherwise monotonous lunar landscape.

Once an impressive link to Afghanistan’s Buddhist past, now a sad reminder of intolerance towards other cultures.

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

The most biologically diverse protected area in Africa is also the most dangerous.

This organization has been at the forefront of empowering Nepali women through art.

Sacred Buddhist home of some spiritual monkeys.

Celebrated as a center of civilization, the remains of the ancient city have been nearly destroyed by greed, egoism, and war.

Afghanistan's first skatepark, located in war torn Kabul.

Museum dedicated to overthrowing the Soviets, complete with diorama of Soviets being beaten to death with shovels.

What was once supposed to be the symbol of a shining Afghan future is now a bombed-out ruin.

A sobering museum dedicated to landmines and the personnel working to remove them from Afghanistan.

Despite a history of destruction, this former citadel survives to document Afghanistan's oft overlooked history.

A tiled, multi-level garden of survival in Lyon.

Nicknamed the "Museum of Horrors," this French anatomical collection has been fascinating visitors for over a century.

Monsters and miniatures are held in equal esteem at this wondrous museum.