A 2,000-year-old computer demonstrates remarkable engineering and astronomical precision.

Rome's semi-secret peephole vista is also a former Crusader stronghold.

These hut foundations are believed to be the residence of Romulus, founder of Rome.

The only remaining arch of the oldest stone bridge in Rome stands in the middle of the Tiber.

The skull of the patron saint of lovers lies in the Basilica di Santa Maria in Cosmedin—maybe.

The yawning maw of this pagan visage is said to bite off the hands of liars.

This curious, round temple is the oldest still-standing marble building in Rome.

In Rome’s Jewish ghetto, a 200-year-old bakery still makes the neighborhood’s historic sweets.

This hidden Art Nouveau courtyard is an opulent feast for the eyes.

A master of trompe-l'oeil creates a stunning, tourist-fooling dome out of a flat ceiling.

Hundreds of lucky felines haunt the ruins where Caesar was murdered.

This amazing medieval fortress stands atop a promontory along the famous Cinque Terre.

The bomb-ravaged remains of of a colossal Neptune.

Five candy-colored villages on the Italian Riviera.

First founded in 1472, this is the oldest bank in the world. Its history may explain why we call financial institutions "banks."

A dismembered holy head stares out from her beautiful reliquary at the St. Dominic Basilica.

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

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

The naturally mummified body of a peasant girl saint.

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

Fortified medieval tower house with lovely roof garden.

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

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

A copy of the famous statue can be found in this Florence piazza, along with one of the most breathtaking views of the city below.