Some say this medieval church is where the poet Dante married his wife and also met the love of his life.

A medieval weapon rumored to have been used by the brilliant poet himself.

An unconventional and naturalistic sculpture depicting the artist marking his territory on an exterior faculty wall.

This 16th-century house tells the city's history through old artifacts and quirky tales.

This extinct volcano rises above Edinburgh and is special for its panoramic views over the city.

Edinburgh’s version of the Sistine Chapel is this former church, with an interior covered in paintings done by one woman over the course of nearly a decade.

The Slovenian architect designed many landmarks in the capital city, including his own dream house.

The oldest public library in Ireland.

A full figure 4th century incorruptible saint lies in a glass coffin in Croatia.

Gargoyle head that brings good luck.

A wonderfully strange collection of 500+ stuffed frogs doing people things.

A chain of 16 wondrous lakes formed as a result of the gradual dissolution of soluble layers of bedrock.

This modern work of art was a refreshing addition to one of the oldest theatres in the city.

This former train tunnel is filled with lines from a poem crafted by Robert Louis Stevenson.

Enter this small nook and you'll be surrounded by 360 degrees of street art.

Accessible only at low tide, the deserted island is dotted with World War II ruins.

This series of Scottish caves has no clear purpose other than baffling historians.

Ruined 11th century abbey built by King David I in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Originally meant to hold a statue of King William IV, this support sat empty for years. Today, it hosts a rotating cast of public artwork.

The symbolic center of Ireland, this summit also offers panoramic views of the countryside.

A nun spent 16 years painting the stunning Celtic mural that covers the interior of this WWI memorial.

A 26-foot shark sculpture—a statement about bombs—set off a municipal battle royale.

Giant granite sculptures representing family on the northern coast of Spain.

These blingy, baubled skeletons lie in glass boxes inside a baroque Bavarian church.