Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Maracanã Stadium
These seats are found within a landmark of Rio de Janeiro, better known by its nickname, Maracanã Stadium. It has hosted numerous FIFA World Cups, concerts, and the 2016 Summer Olympic Games.
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Bielsko-Biala, Poland
Hotel President
Originally named after an Austrian emperor, the Hotel President is one of the most recognizable buildings in Bielsko-Biala.
Toronto, Canada
Leuty Lifeguard Station
Built in 1920, the Leuty Lifeguard Station found on Toronto’s waterfront beckons to a bygone era of beachgoing.
Piura, Peru
Playa Los Órganos Piura
The secluded beach town of Los Órganos sits somewhat untouched by commercial tourism - but that was not always the case for the beaches along the northern coast of Peru.
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Repulse Bay
This crescent-shaped beach is located in one of Hong Kong's wealthiest areas.
Normandy, France
Deauville
High society and horse culture meet in this exclusive French seaside region.
Aveiro, Portugal
R. Dr. Barbosa de Magalhaes
Visitors to Aveiro, Portugal are greeted by colorful homes inhabited by its close-knit community. The town, with origins dating back to the Roman era, is known as the "Venice of Portugal" for its saltpans, beaches, lagoons, and the Central Canal that runs through it.
Prague, Czech Republic
Petřiny Station
Built to extend Line A, the Petřiny Station is the largest underground tunnel on the Prague Metro.
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
New Canal Light
The New Canal Light in New Orleans has been operated by a long series of lightkeepers, and notably, many were women.
Ghent, Belgium
Van Eyck Swimming Pool
Built in 1886, the Van Eyck is the oldest covered swimming pool in the region of Flanders.
Phuket, Thailand
Phuket Beaches
Phuket was once on the major trading routes between India and China and is now a popular tourist renowned for its plethora of beautiful islands and beaches.
Phoenix, Arizona, USA
New Windsor Hotel
Built in 1893, the New Windsor Hotel is the only 19th century hotel still in operation in Phoenix.
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Paris, France
Luxembourg Palace
Once the royal residence of Marie de' Medici, the Luxembourg Palace is now home to the Senate of the Fifth Republic.
Isla de Tabarca, Spain
Isla de Tabarca
Once a refuge for pirates and shipwrecked sailors, this island in the Mediterranean is the smallest inhabited island in Spain.
Portland, Oregon, USA
Plato Apartments
On a tree-laden street in Northwest Portland, a bright white apartment building bearing French windows and red trim stands out among colorfully painted single-family homes and surrounding brick structures.
London, United Kingdom
Letter Slot
The invention of the letter slot dates back to 1840s England, but wasn't patented until 1892 by George Becket of Providence, Rhode Island.
Montreal, Canada
Centre d’histoire de Montréal
Currently housed in a historic fire station, the Centre d'histoire de Montréal contains over 4,000 artifacts of Montreal history.
London, United Kingdom
The Lanesborough
The affluent neighborhood of Knightsbridge in central London is home to many stately and historic structures such as this Grand hotel first established in 1719.
Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts, USA
Vineyard Cup Regatta
The annual Vineyard Cup Regatta takes place in the waters surrounding Martha's Vineyard each July and speaks to the island's proud sailing tradition.
Bahawalpur, Pakistan
Noor Mahal
Formerly a palace owned by the royal Nawabs, the Noor Mahal is now used as a state guest house.
Camacari, Brazil
Apcef Bahia
The Apcef Bahia is a non-profit sports and leisure organization that serves employees from Caixa Econômica Federal da Bahia, or the Federal Savings Bank of Bahia.
Yokohama, Japan
Port of Yokohama
Officially opened in 1859, the Port of Yokohama served as the catalyst for international trade between Japan and the United States throughout the 19th century.
Aranjuez, Spain
Casa del Labrador
Originally a private residence of Charles IV, King of Spain, the Casa del Labrador is now an art museum.
Worthing, United Kingdom
Worthing Pier
Built in 1862, Worthing Pier has remained a popular recreational attraction in Worthing England is now a popular spot on the annual Worthing Pride Parade.
Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Registan
This public square of the ancient city of Samarkand is surrounded by three madrasas.
New York, New York, USA
Roosevelt Island Tramway
The first aerial tramway in North America, this cable car transports passengers between Manhattan and Roosevelt Island.
Rosignano Marittimo, Italy
Rosignano Solvay
Due to effluence from a nearby factory, these beaches, known as Spiagge Bianche, are stunning white in color.
Cape Henlopen, Delaware, USA
Cape Henlopen State Park
During WWII, the U.S. Army built several observations towers that remain standing in this state park along the Delaware coast.
St. Petersburg, Florida, USA
North Shore Pool
This pool in downtown St. Petersburg has hosted Olympic swimmers like Michael Phelps - it also has a giant slide.
Cadiz, Spain
Gran Teatro Falla
This theater is named after Spain's greatest 20th-century composer.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Hoan Bridge
Multiple delays in its opening earned this bridge the nickname, "The Bridge to Nowhere".
Worcester, Massachusetts, USA
Kneller Athletic Center
This 25-yard competition-sized pool is found within the Kneller Athletic Center of Clark University. It is home to Clark's men's and women's swimming and diving teams.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Unity Park
Once the Grand Palace of the Emperor Menelik II, Unity Park features a sculpture garden, zoo, and museum of Ethiopian history.
Paris, France
Gentilly Station
One of 257 stations on the Réseau Express Régional rail, the Gentilly Station is located in one of three small departments that surround Paris, known as Petite Couronne.
El Oro de Hidalgo, Mexico
Municipal Palace
Built in a former gold mining settlement, the Municipal Palace of El Oro de Hidalgo is distinguished for the English and French influences in its design.