This large cave is a summer home to thousands of bats and has a rich history dating back to prehistoric times.

Visit this playground of waterfalls, caves and sinkholes.

A sculpture serving as an homage to Pope John Paul II.

Romans decided this 16th-century "talking statue" was so ugly, they named it after a primate.

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

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

This small, ancient Roman temple was once a church dedicated to the patron saint of penitents.

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

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

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

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

This scout retreat, still in use today, was the filming location for the original “Friday the 13th” film.

Just across from the "Last Supper" painting is the famous painter's vineyard, a gift received for creating the masterpiece.

Milan's duomo is covered in beautiful carving including a curious "dinosaur-like" beast.

This giant middle finger statue sends an unambiguous message to Italy's bankers.

Armenian monks at an island monastery in the Venetian Lagoon make a rare rose petal jam.