Places GRH Wants to Go

The first Russian Orthodox church in the Catholic city of Rome in almost a thousand years.

This incredible second-century sculpture depicts a trio of gods worshipped by the ancient Romans.

The ruins of the largest gladiatorial school in Rome are largely hidden under modern streets.

The engineering wonder and pleasure dome of a much-maligned emperor still holds undiscovered secrets.

Rome is now home to a stunning food museum and library.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Legend has it that this bronze orb, which sat atop an ancient Egyptian obelisk, once held the ashes of Julius Caesar.

This statue is the only female representation of Rome's "talking statues."

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

This gallery commissioned by Cardinal Spada is known for its magnificent optical illusion.

A small but very fascinating fountain in the center of Rome with four books and a deer carved.

An unremarkable wooden wheel built into the side of one of Rome's oldest hospitals was part of a policy to reduce infant exposure.

Things seem to roll, flow and run uphill on this short patch of road near Ariccia, Italy.

The last remaining example of a painted house from the medieval period in Nice.

A 57-foot stained-glass dome from a Parisian tango house now crowns a wine bar in the San Bernardino Mountains.

Rubbing salt on this small stone dog is said to make wishes come true.

A shining memorial to a Belgian hero is said to bring luck to anyone who touches it.

For over 300 years this little carving has been the city’s good luck charm.

The big toe of this towering monument to a Croatian national hero is worn from years of superstitious rubbing.