Hans Christian Andersen for the postmodern world.

The de facto symbol of Copenhagen is this bronze fairytale which cannot seem to keep its head for very long.

The 20-mile causeway that separates the Netherlands from the sea.

This small town in the Netherlands has no roads but instead, miles of canals and over 100 bridges.

The struggle of a small Dutch island against the sea.

This museum housed in a former brothel explores the past and present of sex work in Amsterdam.

Some 80,000 Delft Blue tiles line the inside of this Amsterdam walkway.

Rich with fauna and flora, nature-lovers can walk across the sea at this UNESCO World Heritage spot.

This "floating railway" is one of the world's oldest monorail systems.

No need to strap in for a "ride" on this walkable roller coaster.

Southern Italy's spinning top village.

In the heart of Tirana, this underground nuclear bunker has been transformed into a museum.

In this town's main square resides a statue of none other than the 43rd President of the United States.

The elliptical citadel resisted the advance of the mighty Ottomans several times, thanks to the military prowess of the "Dragon of Albania."

One of the world's oldest olive trees, thought to be over 2,000 years old.

This exclusive resort has completely covered a tiny Balkan island in a 5-star warren of guest rooms.

The only known mosaic depicting the Greek god of sleep, Hypnos.

A tiny church on a man-made island in the Adriatic.

These historic defenses ensured the city within would survive hundreds of years of occupations, sieges, and invasions.

A curious little museum dedicated to the furry feline in the cat haven that is Old Town Kotor.

One of the most spectacular bridges in Spain spans a narrow chasm that divides the city of Ronda.

Three bridges and one giant canyon make up this fantastic Spanish settlement.

Single runway interrupted by a busy road that cuts across its middle.

Holy Grotto of Montserrat Monastery holds one of Europe's mysterious black Madonnas.