An art installation that will challenge your understanding of reality and perception.

This massive piece of artwork weighs more than 250 tons, and was designed as a tribute to the first president of the United Arab Emirates.

Whitewashed mosque contains the world's largest carpet.

The world’s largest LED display, built over an F1 race circuit.

This enormous sports car themed amusement park is home to the world’s fastest roller coaster.

This living legend of maritime history is enjoying a second life.

On any given day this sprawling market houses literally tons of government-regulated gold, gems, and precious metals.

A preposterously luxurious hotel with gold-plated iPads, Rolls Royce chauffeurs, and a staff that trains by watching "Downton Abbey."

The United Arab Emirates's biggest and oldest fort pays homage to a lost era.

The best-preserved beehive tombs in Oman with spectacular backdrop.

Traditional architecture and ancient irrigation systems are on display in this gorgeous mountain village.

If you dare visit this fort, fire-breathing hyenas might devour your camels.

This mysterious anthropomorphic statuette is on display at the National Museum of Oman.

This beautifully historic Bahrain fortress might not be the most popular attraction around, but that might make it all the better.

Is this amazing tableau depicting Gilgamesh and Enki 4,000 years old?

Skyscraper powered by wind turbines attached between its towers.

This archaeological site boasts temple ruins that date back 5,000 years to the Dilmun culture, and may have been described in the tale of Gilgamesh's search for immortality.

These 4,000-year-old tombs form a surreal landscape.

This centuries-old tree tells an unusual tale of vegetation and fertility in the desert.

A faithful reproduction of Al-Jazari's enormous water clock.

The world's largest frame offers spectacular views of the city's past and present.

This futuristic building is yet another architectural wonder in Dubai.

A unique configuration of blown glass can be found inside this hotel lobby.

This spectacular mosque houses the second-largest chandelier in the world.