Naples, Italy
Hypogeum of the Crystallines
A Greek tomb discovered under a palace in Naples displays ornate funeral decorations.
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Naples, Italy
A Greek tomb discovered under a palace in Naples displays ornate funeral decorations.
Naples, Italy
The remains of the left arm of the levitating philosopher-saint are kept in a 13th-century Neapolitan basilica.
Bucharest, Romania
An abandoned pasta factory in the centre of Bucharest, once home to Bulgarian revolutionaries and a hub of crime.
Bucharest, Romania
This communist behemoth is the heaviest building in the world and a legacy of a brutal regime.
Bucharest, Romania
Historic beer hall in Bucharest with magnificent stained glass and a lively folk band.
Bucharest, Romania
This once-derelict building is now one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world.
Bucharest, Romania
The bust of Romania’s most notorious ruler, Vlad Dracula aka "Vlad the Impaler," keeps watch over the ruins of his medieval court.
Sinaia, Romania
This elaborately decorated, fairytale-like Romanian royal palace is one of the most striking castles in Europe.
Bran, Romania
The possible imprisonment of Vlad the Impaler here earned the medieval castle its nickname, "Dracula's Castle."
Brașov, Romania
A fire once nearly devoured this gorgeous 14th-century Gothic cathedral.
Brașov, Romania
This snug medieval lane is one of the narrowest streets in the world.
Brașov, Romania
The European towns of Brașov and Râșnov each have proud signs reminiscent of the Hollywood sign.
Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Several rooms flooded with 35mm film reel.
Cluj-Napoca, Romania
This Transylvanian church has changed its denomination four times.
Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Some call this eerie forest of crooked trees the "Bermuda Triangle of Romania."
Seville, Spain
Spain's largest bullring offers a unique glimpse at architecture and history.
Seville, Spain
The world's largest wooden structure.
Seville, Spain
Drink the 'Blood of Christ' in this Roman Catholic fever dream.
Seville, Spain
Hidden behind a wall, Spanish nuns distribute their signature sweets on a revolving tray.
Seville, Spain
A 16th-century Andalusian palace.
Seville, Spain
This former charity hospital for elderly clergy houses some of Seville’s most treasured paintings.
Seville, Spain
The final resting place of the great navigator, or maybe his brother.
Seville, Spain
Its appearance in "Game of Thrones" may spur on the long-awaited restoration of this medieval shipyard.
Jerez de la Frontera, Spain
A complimentary beverage is offered to the bodega's resident rodents every day.