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Inside this building is another country within Rome, a sovereign entity without a physical territory.

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

Remnants of a 4th-century church with vivid medieval frescoes and ancient sarcophagi hide beneath this old basilica.

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

These hut foundations are believed to be the residence of Romulus, founder of Rome.

Its interior is adorned with some of the best examples of early Christian mosaics.

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

One of Catholicism's four major basilicas has a series of papal portraits that are said to predict the end of the world.

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

St. Francesca Romana, patron saint of drivers, resides in the church she founded.

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

The best preserved Paleochristian basilica in Rome hides a number of oddities and secrets.

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

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

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

One of several skulls claiming to belong to the beheaded St. John the Baptist is on display at this Roman church.

The Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered in the ruins of this ancient monastic community.

This ancient altar emerges from the thick forests to reveal the mysteries of Etruscan sacrificial rituals.

Ancient, mysterious stone altars are hidden among wild woods in central Italy.

An incredible mosaic-lined monument said to have held the remains of an ancient Roman empress.

A medieval, mosaic-lined baptistry built by a heretical Christian sect.

Italian poet Dante Alighieri is entombed in this small mausoleum in Ravenna, and his hometown of Florence has never been too happy about it.

Legend has it that any woman who kissed this statue would soon be married.

Numerous stone coffins from different centuries, lined up in a sixth century basilica.