The solemn exterior conceals an opulent interior of this 17th century church.

What looks like a link in Gondor's early warning system is actually a centuries-old Italian fortress.

A sculpture serving as an homage to Pope John Paul II.

Also known as the Square Colosseum, this building is a prime example of fascist-era rationalist architecture.

This ancient market is often referred to as the oldest shopping mall in the world.

The spot where the fascist dictator made some of his most famous speeches including declaring war on Britain and France.

Inside this McDonald's you can dine on your Big Mac and fries next to a 2,500-year-old Roman wall.

A collection of objects supposedly singed by the hands of souls in purgatory.

This ritzy Italian market is built around a statue of an unforgiven heretic who was burned for his belief in an endless universe.

A fairy tale castle in modern Rome.

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

The only "Egyptian" pyramid in Europe and the legendary tomb of Remus.

2300-year-old Roman road connecting the empire.

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

The giant skeleton sculpture is surprisingly well-traveled.

This Italian ski resort rose to fame when Benito Mussolini was held prisoner there and then rescued by the SS.