The studio built by fascists in the hopes of "reviving the film industry" with the occasional propaganda film opportunity thrown in.

A lover's walk between hilltop towns, decorated with graffiti love notes.

This shining multicolored metro station deep under Naples is said to be the most beautiful in Europe.

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

Crossing this suspension bridge feels like walking through the sky, a fitting tribute to the head of the Apollo program.

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

Gigantic mosaic sculptures of the figures on Tarot cards fill this colorful Tuscan garden.

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

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

A sunken idol welcomes parishioners to Davy Jones' Locker.

The remains of a town so thoroughly destroyed by French forces that the citizens simply left.

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

A complex, nine-layer maze on the grounds of a Venetian doge's playground.

This medieval Italian town is a sheer (and beautiful) cliffside defense.

Crushed coral and crystals give the sand its signature coloration.

A hospital where antique dolls are given new life.

Giant, pink stuffed rabbit on an Italian mountain.

Filled with goldfish swimming in a shallow pool of sea water, this ancient crypt is more wishing well than burial site.

Pilgrimage site for star-crossed lovers.

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

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.

Natural cathedral designed by Italian artist Giuliano Mauri.

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

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