You can climb to the top of the column built to honor the "father of British inland navigation."

An oasis of calm, nestled in the English countryside.

A mysterious bridge over a sunken Roman road.

The eternal resting place of the last highwayman hanged in England.

These ruins of Francis Bacon's once-magnificent manor are hidden in the English countryside.

A giant roundabout made up of six smaller roundabouts can befuddle the uninitiated.

A mouldering Colombian bull ring stands as a reminder of the country's complicated relationship with a brutal sport.

This small bridge serves as a symbol of South America's independence.

The (usually) serene burial place of the world's most notorious drug lord.

In the heart of Medellín, an artsy urban complex sets the stage for demonstrations and protests.

The religious shrine that Pablo Escobar's men would allegedly visit before completing a mission.

This dramatic monument in Colombia honors a little-known indigenous fighter for independence.

A museum of memories in what was once one of the most violent cities in the world.

Pilgrims each carried a brick to the top of Mount Monserrate to help build this historic sanctuary in Colombia.

A self-taught astronomer fell in love with the stars and built his own observatory in Colombia.

Home to 23 voluptuous and instantly lovable sculptures by one of Latin America's most celebrated artists.

This tiny shop has been serving traditional tamales for more than 200 years.

A museum showcasing the history of sugarcane with a rich history.

Largest monument in Colombia depicts 14 lancers who drove back an army.

The centuries-old trees are draped with Spanish moss to make them look like wizened elders.

This 16-foot, 6-ton statue in the singer's hometown doesn't actually look like her.

Two identical statues by Fernando Botero, one blown to pieces in a terrorist bombing, the other donated as a gift for peace.

This colonial town in Colombia sits around the largest stone paved square in South America.

Perched atop the highest hill in Cartagena, this 17th-century convent offers spectacular views of the city.