A colorful kitschy temple and floating market off the beaten path.

This elephant kraal is the only one remaining in Thailand, dating back to the 16th century when these massive mammals were integral players in war and trade.

The headquarters of the Mahanikai school of Buddhism, Thailand's largest monastic order.

The golden Buddha statue at the Wat Muang Monastery is the tallest in Thailand, and the ninth-tallest in the world.

2300-year-old Roman road connecting the empire.

A sculpture serving as an homage to Pope John Paul II.

The only "Egyptian" pyramid in Europe and the legendary tomb of Remus.

The glowing blue Nymphaeum of Emperor Tiberius.

Erotic art covers the walls of the largest ancient pleasure palace.

The last moments of the ill-fated Pompeiians, frozen forever in plaster.

World's largest film studio, where visitors tour the decaying sets that litter the harsh desert environment.

A museum and gardens with unusual plants and a history of progressive programming for the blind.

Huge winged monument in the United Kingdom.

Go inside to really appreciate this 500-year-old technological masterpiece.

Pilgrimage site for star-crossed lovers.

This immaculate and historic water garden culminates in a massive stone dining table with an inset fountain for chilling the wine of the Cardinal's guests.

Gigantic mosaic sculptures of the figures on Tarot cards fill this colorful Tuscan garden.

A 16th-century horror show built in a lovely Italian garden.