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

An enigmatic modern marker left next to a historic Roman site.

Inscriptions found in the Majella mountains reveal stories of resistance and rebellion after the unification of Italy.

The sister plane of the C-123 shot down during the Iran-Contra Affair has found a new purpose in retirement.

The former home of Norway's greatest romantic composer.

Housing the famous Norwegian ice-defying 19th century polar exploration ship.

A favorite with sightseers and locals alike, this Norwegian funicular provides easy access to a stunning view of Bergen and its environs.

Across the Pacific in a raft, a museum dedicated to Thor Heyerdahl's now legendary expedition.

One of the most breathtaking railways in Europe also takes one of the steepest climbs, from fjord to mountain plateau.

One man's exploration of the human form, including the bizarre and delightful "Man Attacked by Babies."

Home to three historic ships from the age of Vikings.

This Scandinavian island is the site of the first modern observatory.

Ancient burial grounds of the wealthy.

Swedish skyscraper with a 90° twist.

According to legend, this boat-shaped henge is built over the grave of a mythic king.

This chimerical bridge/tunnel appears to dead end right into the sea.

Sweden's "good old days" painstakingly re-created in a model village.

Micro-nation based around a nine-story high illegally built tower.

It houses the remains of a 17th-century version of the Titanic.

Nordic giants resurrected from the sea and restored to their former greatness.

Danish tourist destination well known for open stalls where vendors sell marijuana on the street.

Six beautiful wooden giants are hidden around Copenhagen.

The de facto symbol of Copenhagen is this bronze fairytale which cannot seem to keep its head for very long.

Copenhagen's celebrated theme park and gardens.