The eerie ruins of this feudal fortress witnessed the execution of 60 conspirators in 1387.

A striking memorial recalls thousands of Bolognese men and women killed fighting fascists in World War II.

Also known as "Hell Alley," this tiny street in Imola gained its name in a bloody episode in the 16th-century.

Hidden within this iconic mountain are a set of World War II bunkers once used by German forces.

Once an ancient Roman bath, now a hotbed of geothermal energy and a hub for energetic innovations.

This museum located in Fondi is also said to be the most haunted building in town.

Also known as the Temple of Poseidon, this is one of the best-preserved Greek temples in the world.

The only Malaysian food truck in Italy slings tangy chicken satay that even Italians love.

Caligula's colossal pleasure ships, discovered by Mussolini only to be lost in flames.

Built to be the ideal penitentiary, this abandoned panopticon saw several revolts and even a prisoners' coup.

A stunning medieval castle houses this eclectic, interactive tribute to all things wine.

Hidden in a high mountain cave, this hermitage dates back to the ninth century.

Get buzzed beholding one of the world's largest coffee-machine collections, then step into the café for a specially brewed cup.

Ernest Hemingway was the first to sign this colorful wall covered in thousands of celebrity signatures.

The oldest volcanology research center in the world.

The wreckage of a tragic plane crash is on display at this museum devoted to a famous Italian conspiracy.

This Neapolitan exhibition hall grants weird and wonderful insight into the intricacies of human biology.

This 21st century cabinet of curiosities includes dinosaur bones, moon rocks, film memorabilia, and more.

Buried next to Pompeii, this lesser-known Roman villa was the opulent vacation home of Emperor Nero's wife.

This poignant art installation raises awareness of violence against women.

Legend has it this fountain built to symbolize the Pope’s power hides a strange secret concerning Neptune's manliness.

A quiet Sicilian village is home to a cafe that had an important role in "The Godfather."

A medieval fresco which reminds visitors that death will come for us all.

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