Imagine playing a version of Legends of the Hidden Temple, but with a distinctly Southern Gothic flare.

This Colombo wetland is an unlikely wildlife haven just outside the capital city.

This sacred fig tree with a link to the Buddha is one of the oldest human-planted trees in the world.

This amazing mountain temple is topped by one of the tallest sitting Buddha statues in the world.

Pettah's beautiful floating market was once a stinky canal in a sketchy industrial area.

This luscious masterpiece created by landscape designer Bevis Bawa inspired the work of his brother, a famous Sri Lankan architect.

This mesmerizing architectural wonder will take your breath away with its unusual color patterns.

This 17th-century mausoleum is topped with an acoustic marvel.

Once thought to be the Garden of Eden it holds a holy footprint claimed to belong to Adam, Buddha and Shiva.

This colorful colonial neighborhood in Panjim is one of the only Latin Quarters in Asia.

Known as the "Queen of Beach Markets," Calangute epitomizes Goa's beach flea market scene.

The crumbling remains of a 19th century fortess.

A prime example of New Orleans' unique architecture these early 20th century homes were built to look like steamboats.

A 19th-century shrine covered with prosthetic body parts as votive offerings.

An abandoned warehouse turned art sanctuary in New Orleans.

A private museum dedicated to preserving the heritage of Mardi Gras' most beloved underdog parades, open by appointment.

A theme park that suffered massive flooding during Katrina was abandoned, and now proves irresistible to trespassing explorers.

Seven beautiful 1,000-year-old rock-cut Buddhist statues.

An ancient stone fortress considered by many to be the eighth wonder of the world.

The ruins of this old church are slowing sinking into the sand.

According to Hindu belief, this shallow island chain was created by a god with an army of monkeys.

A giant repository of accidentally discovered cave paintings up to 30,000 years old.

At 8,000 feet, the world's highest tea estate draws visitors for both its products and its panoramic views.

This hidden Sufi cemetery is a spiritual monument for India's third gender community.