An Italian geologic wonder that served as the inspiration for the landscape of Dante's hell.

Italy's curious field of mud volcanoes is named for being both gross AND salty.

The bomb-ravaged remains of of a colossal Neptune.

Five candy-colored villages on the Italian Riviera.

Explore the quarry where the marble was sourced for Michaelangelo's David.

Fortified medieval tower house with lovely roof garden.

This bustling Italian plaza is built on the ruins of an ancient Roman amphitheater.

A massive natural rock arch gives the Tuscan mountain its own window to the sky.

This enchanting 600-year-old tree is so magical it inspired the beloved tale of Pinocchio.

Sitting on an Italian hilltop is this surreal fortress built by the mad inventor of electrohomeopathy.

The only visible reminders of an elaborate engineering project that kept the tower from reaching the tipping point.

A beloved local artist has been honored with this statue of a man emerging from a toilet.

Once known for its horse-powered knife sharpening, this 200-year-old shop offers an array of blades and hard-to-find culinary tools.

The remains of an ancient Roman city are hidden underneath Bologna's beautiful public library.

The mummified relic of St. Catherine sits forever on a golden throne.

Over 100 towers were built in Bologna during the Middle Ages, but only 22 survive.

Milan's duomo is covered in beautiful carving including a curious "dinosaur-like" beast.

The secret medieval communication system will whisk your words above the noise of the crowd.

Before there were doorbells this bronze ear was installed for visitors to announce their arrival.

The odd depiction of the Virgin Mary and baby Jesus is rooted in the Catholic Church's eradication of Catharism.

An ossuary built in 1210 to collect bones from the Ospedale Maggiore of Milan.

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