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

The house where the writer spent his formative years.

Though they've since been renamed, these two streets hint at Dublin's darker days.

The gorgeous library at Trinity College is home to remarkable treasures of Irish identity.

The lasting remains of a bygone era of open-air meat markets.

This extinct volcano rises above Edinburgh and is special for its panoramic views over the city.

A poetic monument to the Scottish Parliament.

This tablet indicates where the tragic monarch returned to begin her tumultuous downfall.

This mundane post marks the old location of the city's main postal hub.

The building where Mary, Queen of Scots was said to have bathed in white wine.

The colorful stairs are made with marble from the world's major quarries.

Touching this 18th-century Scottish philosopher’s toe allegedly conjures good fortune.

This alley off Edinburgh's Royal Mile contains remnants of the city's seedier history.

Remnants of the 16th-century defensive wall still stand unassumingly within Edinburgh.

These steps offer a breathtaking view of one of Europe's most besieged fortresses.

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?

Protecting the dead from opportunistic body snatchers.

Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.

This 16th-century house tells the city's history through old artifacts and quirky tales.

A statue in the heart of Edinburgh honors a bear that served in the Polish military during World War II.

A sweet symbol marks the place where torturous executions were once carried out.

This obscure walkway links Edinburgh’s Old Town with one of the city's prime vantage points.

Come for the oysters, stay for the priceless art honoring inventors across history and Scotland's favorite outdoor sports.

Near the former site of numerous witch burnings, this lavish Edinburgh mainstay pays homage to Scotland's brutal history.