Does this 10-foot-tall statue carved into a rock face depict a king afflicted by a skin condition or a Buddhist figure?

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

This rural Sri Lankan village hides a cluster of small, enigmatic stupas.

Beautiful and terrifying masks displayed in the island’s only mask library.

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

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

One of the few places where inexperienced snorkelers can spot a shark.

Known as the most scenic route in Sri Lanka, this train line is steeped in history and offers an unparalleled view of the country.

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

Huge herds of Asian elephants can be seen walking, bathing, and just chilling at this Sri Lankan park.

This rural island is home to the ghost town of what used to be the world’s biggest salt mine.

Palace, temple, and pyramid ruins mark the ancient Mesoamerican capital of Totonacapan.

The realistic reptiles lurk along the side of a highway.

The corner walls of a primary school showcase a Mexican version of memento mori.

The Acropolis of this little-visited Mayan archaeological site offers great views of Chiapas’s Lake District.

The ruins of an ancient pyramid built by the mysterious Chupícuaro civilization.

The ruins of a former sanctuary for elite Aztec warriors.

An artist's suburban abode looks like an architectural fever dream.

This series of waterfalls tumble into a radiantly blue river.

One of the world's largest murals covers a large swath of homes in its hillside neighborhood.

Trek through the jungle on a boat and a swinging bridge and you'll be rewarded with these refreshing, if pungent, mineral pools.

Take a dip beneath the stalactites in this amazing cenote.

This popular cave pool is truly magical, despite the crowds.

The ruins of an ancient city built by Mayan traders is centered around a temple of a sacred feathered serpent deity.