The ruins of an abandoned 18th-century town that is slowly being reclaimed by the forest.

A former copper mine which became a truly unsuccessful prison.

A reliquary of pop culture marvels, including the world's largest (and most terrifying) Jack-in-the-Box.

The ancient past meets the retro-future at these dinosaur tracks that are protected by a geodesic dome.

This lovely hilltop tower was specifically built to withstand 100 MPH winds.

A journey through a curious collection of oddities and wonder.

Breathtaking and huge 430 year old maps of Italy.

This equestrian statue of Constantine the Great has been the subject of criticism for centuries.

An ancient Roman temple first dedicated to an emperor's wife is now a church.

The first statue to be added to Saint Peter's Square in over 350 years is an ode to migrants and refugees around the world.

Nestled in the hills of Tuscany are gorgeous, multicolored hot springs.

Next to the Leaning Tower of Pisa is a cemetery home to ancient sarcophagi and disturbing murals.

This grisly effigy displays an early Christian martyr who was skinned alive and beheaded.

Third time's a charm, or in this case, two testicles are.

This giant middle finger statue sends an unambiguous message to Italy's bankers.

A 1,100-ton train fell through the floor in 1953. Workers got it patched up in just 72 hours.

As can be expected from a centuries old church built in a canal city, the undercroft of this house of worship is beautifully flooded.

It’s said this crypt was the setting for the tragic finale of the Shakespeare play.

These elaborate gothic monuments honor Verona's medieval lords.

Not far from the more famous House of Juliet, visitors will find the supposed residence of her lover.

Pilgrimage site for star-crossed lovers.

A whale rib was used to advertise the store by the arch that offered exotic goods from far away.

The private clubhouse for the members of the Academy of Magical Arts.

An ode to Japanese artist Hokusai, with a bit of a comical twist.