Vietnam
A tranquil Confucian temple in the center of Hanoi. The temple is a series of beautifully kept lawns lined with trees, stone courtyards, and temples. It is a remarkably peaceful spot in such a bustling, overwhelming city.
Vietnam
A pagoda complex built in 1428, Bich Dong is a picturesque set of three temples built on the side of a beautiful mountain overlooking rolling fields and rice paddies. Be sure to hike to all three pagodas, and then ascend past the last one of a spectacular view of the surrounding countryside.
Estonia
Very impressive cathedral in old town Estonia with ornate decorations and beautiful stained glass windows. Completed in 1900 when Estonia was part of the Russian empire, the cathedral is built in the Russian Revival style.
Denmark
By far the most impressive church in Scandinavia. Dubbed “Denmark’s Westminster Abbey,” Roskilde Cathedral dates from the 1100s and is the burial place for the royal family; 40 kings and queens of Denmark are buried here. The church itself is enormous and beautifully decorated.
Denmark
A 17th-century baroque church. Its primary feature is the 300-foot spire, which you can pay to climb. It's 400 steps to the top, the last 150 of which are on the exterior of the spire. We think the price and the effort are worth it for the incredible views of the city.
Finland
Sitting grandly atop a hill in Helsinki's Katajanokka peninsula, Uspenski Cathedral is a Finnish Orthodox cathedral. The exterior is beautiful and interior is breathtaking.
Finland
Helsinki Cathedral is a Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral built between 1830 and 1852. It sits across from the grand Senate Square. Walk up the steps to a look at the magnificent interior.
Norway
A small but beautiful church with a peaceful graveyard.
Norway | Svalbard
The world's northernmost (or possibly second northernmost) church, the current building was erected after the church on this spot was bombed during World War II.
India
See Varanasi in all of its genuineness, including the dirt and decay. But if you brave the less pleasant parts of the city, you'll be rewarded by getting to witness an incredible ceremony of prayers, …
