This charming Latvian lane doubled as Baker Street on the Soviet Union’s version of Sherlock Holmes.

This celebration of Latvia’s freedom and independence avoided demolition over half a century of Soviet occupation.

A stone marker and sculpture in the city of Riga stake a claim for the very first community Christmas tree.

Medical museum that houses most notably the taxidermied remains of Vladimir Demikhov's famous two-headed dog experiment.

Flamboyant architecture from the turn of 20th century.

The oldest housing complex in Riga is a mini timeline of architectural trends.

A statue built to honor the elite soldiers who fought for Latvia during World War I.

A Latvian rescuer who saved countless lives during World War II.

A monument to the grand synagogue that stood in this space before Nazis burned it down.

A black cat protests the City Guild in Riga's Old Town.

3,000 market stands in five former Zeppelin hangars.

A medieval setting reimagined into a unique art alley.

Estonia's largest creative city is a vibrant bohemian hub located within a former industrial complex.

This stone tower was built to protect Crete from incoming pirates.

This ancient Greek place of assembly and marketplace is being revealed layer by layer below the modern Athens cityscape.

Prowl through this sprawling bazaar under a massive Soviet-era dome for delicious eats.

The dishes at this restaurant by The Sioux Chef celebrate indigenous heritage.

This landmark honoring a local beer brand is an iconic part of the Minneapolis skyline.

A lively circle of dancers in the Georgian capital commemorates an ancient rite of spring.

With over 10,000 lights, this engineering marvel lights up the city after dark.

A cluster of historic bathhouses built on the famed hot springs that gave the Georgian capital its name.

Unusual building appears to be haphazardly built from randomly piled bricks.

You'll find just about anything in this funky Tbilisi flea market.

The charmingly disheveled clock tower of Tbilisi's puppet theater.