Road signs in Namibia mark the location of one of the five major circles of latitude.

A rare cluster of alien-like plants grows along a dusty highway.

A desert that rolls right up to the ocean, where it's so dry animals live off the fog.

This "dead marsh" sits among the largest sand dunes in the world, a forest frozen in time.

The remains of diamond fever taken over by the desert.

Thought to be the only herd of feral horses in Africa and one of the most isolated populations in the world.

This deceptively beautiful island was once home to a German concentration camp and known as "Death Island."

The extravagance of Portugal’s "Pink Palace" resulted in a noble title being awarded to its owner.

Towering at a height of over 30 meters, this turn-of-the-18th-century landmark is the tallest temple in Nepal.

The former stronghold of the Malla Dynasty has remained virtually unchanged since the 17th century.

This historic square in Nepal is home to temples dating back to the third century.

Sacred Buddhist home of some spiritual monkeys.

The untimely death of a dignitary's daughter led to this fort being abandoned before it was ever finished.

This historic textile city was abandoned after being ravaged by fire.

Space-age minarets towering over Islamabad.

One of the last surviving ancient Buddhist sites in the region, it escaped the brunt of several Hun invasions thanks to its remote location.

A 17th-century mosque that was used for war more than worship.

These stairs were built to accommodate royals mounted on elephants.

A superb spot to appreciate the traditional boats of the Indian Ocean.

This 23-foot-tall bear stands amid the hustle and bustle of Hamad International Airport.

A state-of-the-art medical facility dedicated to treating beloved birds of prey.

An abandoned fishing village in pre-oil Qatar.

A 19th century pearling and fishing village abandoned before Qatar's economic boom.

Qatar's oldest market can trace its origins back more than a century.