The most famous location in China was home to whole dynasties worth of imperial rulers.

The small bright red pillar survived the 1996 Manchester bombing virtually unscathed.

The remnants of a depressing public toilet are now a hub of ever evolving street art.

A tiny, hidden alleyway dedicated to the father of meteorology.

19th century museum with an eclectic mix of curiosities, from Egyptian artifacts to items on archery history to the skull of the world's oldest horse.

A Victorian Gothic masterpiece housing a world-class collection of rare books and manuscripts.

These lovely Turkish-styled baths were brought back to life after winning a reality show competition.

Catacombs turned marketplace.

A kaleidoscopic warehouse-maze of handmade neon signs.

A natural arch offers panoramic views of Yangshuo's karst hills.

One of the world's largest ice festivals dazzles visitors for over a month with radiant sculptures and carvings.