Imagine visiting the ruins of Chichen Itza, the Mayan capitol, on the day the Mayan calendar ends.
Imagine visiting Stonehenge on the Autumnal Equinox.
These eight places of myth are deeply intriguing, destinations where a traveler can experience real legends firsthand.
That date, also the winter solstice, marks the end of the Mayan long count calendar.
Many have speculated that an end-of-the-world event might occur, but only the ancient Maya know for sure.
Visitors to Easter Island can study and experience the Moai and the lost culture that created them.
Getting there isnt easy, but a trip like this is a once-in-a-lifetime treat.
Not long after its completion, war and a new religion would change its story forever.
Today, Angkor Wat is a celebrated Buddhist temple and the symbol on the flag of Cambodia.
It is a truly fascinating structure with immense dignity and detail.
TheChrist the Redeemerstatue was built in 1931 as one of the most recognizable landmarks in all of Brazil.
The city ofMachu Picchusat abandoned for centuries after the Inca fell victim to Spanish conquest.
While some natives were aware of its existence, it didnt reach national awareness until its discovery in 1911.
This is certainly one to experience in your life time.
Petra was constructed in the 6th century B.C.E.
by a tribe called the Nabataeans, a pre-islamic group located between Syria and Arabia.
Petra is a collection of massive, intricately-detailed structures carved into the thin, rocky valleys of its environment.
While we hate to add to the problem, wed love to see Petra in this lifetime.
Petra Gallery
Stonehenge
Stonehengeis one of the most recognized and mysterious monuments of ancient humanity.
At these dates, full access to Stonehenge is granted by the government.
Otherwise, visitors cant get much closer than the frame in the photo above.
