This Tang Dynasty behemoth is the biggest Buddha in the world.

Thousands of effigies of Buddha watch from caves set high above a legendary river, plus whiskey.

A boat ride through utter darkness, lit only by headlamps, reveals an emerald green pool locals believe is sacred.

Perhaps the only one of its kind, the nearly-forgotten site once held mortal (and rigged) gladiatorial games between tigers and imperial war elephants.

Giant pagoda houses the car that drove Thích Quảng Đức to his death by self-immolation.

One of Vietnam's most iconic landmarks was built by Japanese traders and is now in danger of sinking.

These "50 Fortresses" have been unearthed in the ancient oasis of Khwarezm.

Inside the small garden of two mid-century apartment buildings stands a centuries-old bell tower, separated from its original church and hidden from view.

A young Italian couple has been locked in an embrace for over 6,000 years.

This 14th-century monastery survived Turkish raids, Nazi occupation, and even a stint as a spot to store towels.

A Gothic cathedral created from volcanic rocks.