Year: 2013

Thiruvalluvar Statue

A towering work of stone and philosophy that was constructed using ancient Hindu science.

Marble Palace

This lavish estate recalls the opulent history of Calcutta.

Kalavantin Durg

A centuries-old lookout post still sits atop a natural stone spire.

Jantar Mantar

The world's second-largest sundial, made entirely out of stone.

Palacio Salvo

Discover Palacio Salvo in Montevideo, Uruguay: The design of the Palacio Salvo has been described as "a lighthouse on top of a building.".

Sandworm

Discover Sandworm in De Haan, Belgium: An undulating wicker beast looms peacefully atop a sand dune in Belgium.

The Guardhouse Monkey

Discover The Guardhouse Monkey in Mons, Belgium: Petting this mysterious iron monkey supposedly brings good luck.

Antwerp Ruien

Discover Antwerp Ruien in Antwerp, Belgium: An open-air sewer system that was covered piece-by-piece over 300 years.

Blegny-Mine

Discover Blegny-Mine in Blegny, Belgium: Descend into the tunnels to experience the life of a coal miner.

The Yorkshire Trench

Discover The Yorkshire Trench in Ypres, Belgium: In an area where the remnants of WWI are discovered on a regular basis this preserved frontline trench may be the most amazing.

The Zimmer Clock Tower and Museum

Discover The Zimmer Clock Tower and Museum in Lier, Belgium: A 14th-century fortified keep showcases the masterpieces of an ingenious 20th-century clockmaker.

Abbaye de Villers

Discover Abbaye de Villers in Genappe, Belgium: A magical and peaceful ruined Cistercian abbey in what is now southern Belgium.

Le Cercueil (The Coffin)

Discover Le Cercueil (The Coffin) in Brussels, Belgium: The Devil’s own choice when he needs a drink in Brussels.

Lovokomeio Leper Colony

Discover Lovokomeio Leper Colony in Chios, Greece: An ambiguous ambience emanates from this centuries old leprosy quarantine.

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