The sinister ruins of one of the worst dam failures of the 20th century lie in this astonishing alpine setting.

The world's most active stratovolcano is almost always erupting.

An ancient artistic garden parlor full of hidden water wonders.

This winding road through an Italian canyon may be the most scenic drive in the world.

A huge enchanting public park just outside the ancient walls of Rome.

One of the largest caves in the world open to the public.

Dramatic sea stacks adorn the coast of this small village on the Adriatic coast.

The Sighignola summit on the Swiss border offers views so breathtaking it's been named one of the most beautiful places in Italy.

Drink wine handed out through a window as part of an age-old tradition.

Romans built the world's tallest artificial waterfall in 271 BC.

This Italian foot path winds through the mountains via 52 individual tunnels.

Secret refuge and museum of the Duke of Florence.

This magical-looking island is notorious for the misfortunes suffered by its owners.

A fairytale island floats in the middle of Italy's little-known Lake Orta.

This immaculate and historic water garden culminates in a massive stone dining table with an inset fountain for chilling the wine of the Cardinal's guests.

The location of the last witch trials of Italy, known as "The Salem of Europe."

Pilgrimage site for star-crossed lovers.

Ruins of a 10th century church tucked away deep in a botanical garden.

Crushed coral and crystals give the sand its signature coloration.

The abandoned "Ghost Mansion" was left to decay in the mountains of Northern Italy.

A Milanese café entirely designed by the American director Wes Anderson.

This centuries-old Italian chapel hangs midway down a sheer cliffside.

This 16th-century monastery has been turned into a surrealist architecture compound.

The once forbidden "secret cabinet" of erotic art from excavations of Pompeii and Herculaneum.