For decades, vendors have sold clothes once worn by American soldiers who stormed Italy in the 1940s.

Hidden in a high mountain cave, this hermitage dates back to the ninth century.

Hidden within this iconic mountain are a set of World War II bunkers once used by German forces.

The pristine waters crossing this forest form a hidden waterfall among the dense vegetation.

This serene, turquoise lake in an extraordinary nature reserve showcases a rare natural phenomenon.

The sunlight passing through the opening of this huge cave system creates a magical effect.

A magnificent Neogothic tomb hides within this Italian fairytale-like forest.

A fascinating assortment of cave dwellings, medieval ruins, and sarcophagi are being devoured by the forest.

Amalfi's pre-industrial history is slowly being engulfed by the lush vegetation of the Ferriere Valley.

Naturally preserved bodies are eerily staged throughout the crypt in varying poses.

A narrow opening between the mountains of the Amalfi Coast creates a scenic hidden beach.

Machismo turned on its head: the lady's hand goes to the dude with the bigger brain.

Ride a boat through this magnificent underground world, which now doubles as a theater.

Crumbling ruins of the thermal baths that once attracted royals and aristocrats from throughout Europe.

A detailed pachyderm supports Rome's smallest Egyptian obelisk.

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

This Italian foot path winds through the mountains via 52 individual tunnels.

An Italian ghost town that fought obscurity, until a mysterious illness brought it to its knees.

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

A huge enchanting public park just outside the ancient walls of Rome.

More sculpture than building, this architecturally significant temple was built on the spot of Saint Peter's crucifixion.

A forgotten "city of water" underneath the famous Trevi district.

The location of the last witch trials of Italy, known as "The Salem of Europe."

Dug as a secret royal escape route, the tunnel became a wartime bomb shelter and dumping ground for vintage cars.