One of Rome's most picturesque and original bridges was also a popular choice for Grand Tour artists.

One of Catholicism's four major basilicas has a series of papal portraits that are said to predict the end of the world.

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

A treasure trove of Renaissance-era funerary art in a Roman church built on top of Nero's grave.

Roman-era ships unearthed...

This subterranean shrine beneath a bike rental store celebrates the iconic Italian scooter.

The best preserved Paleochristian basilica in Rome hides a number of oddities and secrets.

A modern sliver of architecture in Roma.

The Pope’s secret escape route.

This beautiful park on the outskirts of Rome protects the ruins of two colossal ancient aqueducts.

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