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

Drink wine handed out through a window as part of an age-old tradition.

A large grotto built in the 16th century amidst Florence's famous Boboli gardens.

During World War II, a number of important sculptures and paintings were moved to this castle for safekeeping.

If you ever wanted to touch a medieval mercenary’s three testicles, look no further.

Before it was buried by volcanic ash, this fast-food restaurant fed the hungry hordes of ancient Rome.

A quiet Sicilian village is home to a cafe that had an important role in "The Godfather."

Sitting in the basement of a castle, the largest wine barrel in the world is bigger than most apartments.

This equestrian statue of Constantine the Great has been the subject of criticism for centuries.

Historic fortifications form the boundary of Vatican City, but it’s not entirely surrounded by walls.

Ancient mysterious ruts carved in the bedrock.

Hidden beneath a restaurant, underground tunnels tell the story of Malta’s tragic role in World War II.

Burial grounds for more than 1,000 bodies deep under the modern town of Rabat.

Stone Age solar temple is aligned with the sun on each equinox and solstice.

A public work of art that also provides some relief from the summer heat.

On a small Slovenian island, diners can mix and match a classic cake into dozens of sweet and savory flavor combinations.

The "dragon babies" of southeastern Europe.

A miniature train-ride through Slovenia's largest cave system.

A whimsical bridge adorned with decorative dragons.

This one-time health resort was used by aristocrats around the world.

Castle and secret tunnel withstood a siege until its owner was killed by the Holy Roman Empire, while sitting on the toilet.

Launched by Napoleon's soldiers more than 200 years ago, a cannonball remains embedded in the tower wall.

An extraordinary museum devoted to the pop art legend created by Slovak artists.

Thousands of slain Soviet soldiers are buried within the shadow of this enormous obelisk.