A quaint medieval harbour where Benjamin Franklin landed in 1776.

Hundreds of prehistoric stones, arranged in perfect lines in a French field.

A self-built mosaic house and sculpture park.

Ivy-covered Medieval tunnels cut through this charming town in France's Loire Valley.

Massive puppet-automaton machines created by French artist collective Machines de l’Ile.

This submersible road connecting a French island to the mainland is lined with safety towers for when the tide strands travelers.

This crack in France's seaside cliffs once hid a sinister secret.

Wall after wall of this French seaside neighborhood is intricately decorated with seashells and corals.

One of the largest ochre quarries in the world, hidden in a limestone landscape.

Even France's favorite aquatic son Jacques Cousteau, couldn't get to the bottom of it.

Walk through living pictures and music in the Cathedral of Images.

This ancient theater was once the home of fierce gladiatorial battles.

Home to fantastic views and ancient graves.

Sculpture of a legendary French dragon.

This ancient Roman bridge and aqueduct still stands as a wonder of classical construction.

The lost Latin words were reconstructed using the holes from the nails that once pinned them in place.

This palatial spiral staircase was so unusual the name "snail" was given to the noble family who built it.

Pilgrimage site for star-crossed lovers.

One of the most well-preserved castles in Italy also contains a rare medieval example of a port fortification.

Nestled in the hills of Tuscany are gorgeous, multicolored hot springs.

These medieval skyscrapers dominate the skyline of this small Tuscan town.

A copy of the famous statue can be found in this Florence piazza, along with one of the most breathtaking views of the city below.

Next to the Leaning Tower of Pisa is a cemetery home to ancient sarcophagi and disturbing murals.

Fortified medieval tower house with lovely roof garden.