Places C L Raven Wants to Go

An ancient Roman temple first dedicated to an emperor's wife is now a church.

An 18th century fountain and two columns are all that remains of Rome's forgotten river harbor.

Italian horror legend Dario Argento’s own shop hides a sinister museum-dungeon in the basement.

This hidden alley near the location of Rome's first theater was the site of a curious miracle.

Stone memorial that's said to predict the death of the pope and the site of the Cadaver Synod.

This basilica is dedicated to two saints, one of which is known more for his famous quote.

A monumental fountain in Rome features a large statue of Moses that has been criticized for centuries.

A massive marble foot is tucked away in a small alley near the Pantheon.

This churchyard arbor is surrounded by hundreds of gravestones placed there by author Thomas Hardy.

A detailed pachyderm supports Rome's smallest Egyptian obelisk.

This is the oldest Roman-made bridge in the city still existing in its original state.

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

This hydrochronometer was invented by a Dominican monk and is a prime feature in this garden.

A treasure trove of Renaissance-era funerary art in a Roman church built on top of Nero's grave.

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

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

A hospital where antique dolls are given new life.

This large, circular tomb is the final resting place of the first emperor of Rome.

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

An alchemist's “magic door” stands in the middle of a Roman park.

Architectureal fantasy quarter of Rome.

This hidden Art Nouveau courtyard is an opulent feast for the eyes.

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

The crypts of Capuchin friars decorated with the bones of over 4,000 friars, including an entire "crypt of pelvises."