This giant seated Bhudda of Healing dates to the 1780s.

The third-tallest statue in the world depicts the "Buddha of Infinite Light," complete with observation deck in his chest.

It is said the legendary wizard once lived in this sea cave beneath Tintagel Castle.

A unique waterfall that some believe attracts the fairfolk.

A fantastic castle rumored to be the birthplace of King Arthur.

A whimsical cottage from the 1300s with a preserved Victorian-era post office inside.

An elaborately decorated house sits on an otherwise quiet street.

This magical space partly designed by Antoni Gaudi is one of the best examples of romantic gardening in the Mediterranean.

Bask in the 19th century grandeur of an eccentric Freemason millionaire's private gardens.

The location of the last witch trials of Italy, known as "The Salem of Europe."

This enchanting 600-year-old tree is so magical it inspired the beloved tale of Pinocchio.

This Navarrese cave's history of witchcraft and pagan ritual is not just embraced, but recreated each year.

The eclectic observatory castle of a 19th-century astronomer and explorer.

Eccentric sculpture garden brings Basque mythology to life.

A museum dedicated to the Spanish occult in a town that was terrorized by the Inquisition.

This tiny river island switches sovereignty every six months as part of a rare, centuries-old agreement.

A shrine contains nearly 200 statues of the Buddhist deity Jizo, dressed in bibs by parents who have lost a child.

This 700-year-old street food market features baby octopus and soy donuts.

Op-art architecture designed for happiness.

An exquisite Baroque church in Vienna's old town.

A tiny collection of traditional Japanese woodblock prints, open only when the owner feels like it.

This Austrian museum celebrates the work of famous forgers and their inimitable imitations.

A posh members-only club with a literally dramatic history.

The notorious headquarters of a corrupt political machine.