Roman-era ships unearthed...

The secret medieval communication system will whisk your words above the noise of the crowd.

A domed disco abandoned since the '70s now attracts artists and explorers under its unique roof.

A fake medieval village in the middle of Turin.

People have been living in the cave houses on this Italian hillside since the Neolithic era.

Rome's ancient Etruscan rival, now a park full of ruins.

Ancient snack bar of the Roman Empire re-opened.

Italian cave with exceptional acoustics and an unsavory history.

This magical-looking island is notorious for the misfortunes suffered by its owners.

The "Greatest Sewer" of ancient Rome is one of the oldest sewer systems in the world, and is still in use.

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

This hill made entirely of ancient Roman jars was simply a garbage dump to the people of the time.

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

This picturesque Umbrian city has a subterranean side that has long remained hidden.

A mysterious chasm in the heart of the ancient Roman Forum, the Lacus Curtius was once believed to be a gateway to hell.

Virgil's many-mouthed gateway to the underworld.

This Roman arch marks the location of an ancient gate at one of the Seven Hills of Rome.

This ancient Roman prison is decorated with an upside-down cross not as blasphemy but as saintly tribute.

This bronze boar's snout has been rubbed to a golden sheen by visitors seeking good fortune.

The Pope’s secret escape route.

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

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

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

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