A different kind of swan princess.

A vast array of tropical plants collected by a vacationing couple.

This historical art colony is adorned with thousands of hand-carved concrete sculptures in the Mayan Revival style.

This 25-foot tall clock tower commemorates the start of one of America's foremost shopping districts and the end of the historic Palm Beach Pier.

This railroad and oil tycoon's lavish estate now stands as a time capsule of the Gilded Age.

This shop also boasts some sweet memorabilia from "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory."

When you can't get to the Pacific, just go to Florida.

Italian horror legend Dario Argento’s own shop hides a sinister museum-dungeon in the basement.

The first statue to be added to Saint Peter's Square in over 350 years is an ode to migrants and refugees around the world.

An expansive collection donated by an heirless nobleman formed this admission-free civic museum.

A deep mark on the remains of a Roman temple, believed to be left by a legendary warrior.

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

A collection of objects supposedly singed by the hands of souls in purgatory.

The spot where the fascist dictator made some of his most famous speeches including declaring war on Britain and France.

A rare example of a medieval house in Rome adorned with a melancholic inscription.

The skull of the patron saint of lovers lies in the Basilica di Santa Maria in Cosmedin—maybe.

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

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

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

Breathtaking and huge 430 year old maps of Italy.

Historic fortifications form the boundary of Vatican City, but it’s not entirely surrounded by walls.

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

Hundreds of lucky felines haunt the ruins where Caesar was murdered.

This hidden Art Nouveau courtyard is an opulent feast for the eyes.