Macabre astrological automaton clock dating to the late 1400s.

These bronze pamphlets remember a remarkable group of Germans who fearlessly opposed the Nazis in the very center of their power.

The scars of World War II are preserved on its walls.

One of the most easily accessible examples of the rare 1960s UFO houses.

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

In the past, Renaissance sex workers were encouraged to entice customers on this bridge.

Where Venice's gondolas go for a tune-up.

Thousand-year-old Viking runes adorn an ancient Greek lion at the entrance to the Venetian Arsenal.

These historic defenses ensured the city within would survive hundreds of years of occupations, sieges, and invasions.

A tiny church on a man-made island in the Adriatic.

Inside this mansion turned museum, the works of prominent Croatian artists are on full display.

This 15th-century church houses priceless works of art from a range of Croatian artists.

A full figure 4th century incorruptible saint lies in a glass coffin in Croatia.

An ancient knight and a symbol of the city's freedom.

Gargoyle head that brings good luck.

A wunderkammer of gold and silver reliquaries and ancient saintly bones.

Albert Einstein's head sticks out of a snail shell stacked on a rocket in this truly bizarre monument to the scientist.

A typical crusty old museum this isn't.

The world's tallest church tower reveals a spectacular view to anyone up to the task of climbing the daunting staircase.

This magnificent museum claims to house the cranium of a disciple and the skull of a pope.

Originally envisioned by King Ludwig II to rival Versailles, Herrenchiemsee's "New Palace" remains half-gilded for lack of funds.

Golden cobblestones remember a time when this small alley was used to avoid having to give a Nazi salute.

A small but immensely extravagant palace built by the "Night King."

This red London phone booth once stood in front of Buckingham Palace and was used by the queen.