Ancient and modern architecture are joined in Louis Kahn's monument to democracy.

This museum has a most unusual location: inside a giant, three-headed elephant.

Bangkok celebrated its shifting monarchy with a militaristic homage to democracy.

This gem-encrusted temple is said to contain some of the Buddha's hair which can make the deaf hear and the blind see.

A white Buddhist temple with a golden restroom.

Over 2,000 ancient temples dot the Myanmar landscape at the site of this famed archaeological site.

This golden temple is surrounded by hundreds of stone tablets that comprise the "world's largest book."

A grand example of 19th century Burmese teak architecture, and the most significant of Mandalay's historic buildings.

Gigantic unfinished stupa and the world's 2nd largest bell.

The oldest teak bridge in the world is made from the remains of a royal palace.

A grand imperial capital left to fall into magnificent ruin.

Home to more than 13,000 pieces of war memorabilia and military equipment.

Secret North Korean passage discovered below the world's most dangerous border.

A vast museum devoted to North Korea's victories against its imperialist enemies.

One of the largest public squares in the world, named after the former DPRK supreme leader.

A highly symbolic tower in honor of Supreme Leader Kim Il-sung's personal philosophy.

This North Korean pegasus statue was built as a symbol of the speed and perseverance of North Korean workers.

A giant bronze monument to Kim Il-sung and Kim Jong-il is one of the most sacred sites in North Korea.

A symbol of the Workers' Party of North Korea.

A former palace transformed into a mausoleum for North Korea's supreme leaders.

Monuments don't get much more metal than these three giant viking swords planted in a Nordic hill.

A favorite with sightseers, this Norwegian funicular provides easy access to a stunning view of Bergen and its environs.

The design of this beautifully crafted building was inspired by Norwegian glaciers.

One man's exploration of the human form, including the bizarre and delightful "Man Attacked by Babies."