There are places in the world that don’t just show you nature—they tell you stories. And then there’s Lake Mashū, a mystical caldera lake nestled in the mountains of Hokkaido, Japan. Known for its mirror-like waters and often shrouded in fog, Mashū is mysterious on any given day. But once a year, it unveils something truly otherworldly: the Dragon Eye.

If you’ve ever dreamed of walking through history — the kind filled with royal banquets, ghostly whispers, and intrigue — then Hampton Court Palace might just be your favorite daydream come true. Tucked away beside the River Thames in southwest London, this architectural wonder has seen everything from extravagant Tudor feasts to fiery royal scandals. It's a palace that wears its drama proudly.