This historic floating crane became an unlikely symbol of the port of Trieste.

During World War II, this rice mill became a Nazi concentration camp.

One of the tallest lighthouses in the world also serves as a monument to the fallen of World War I.

This Roman monument is surrounded by more recent construction, offering a stark contrast between ancient architecture and the modern urban landscape.

The Adriatic's most famous wind can be reliably experienced in the city's Marina.

A former bank seized as a sniper vantage point during the Bosnian War is now a secret graffiti art gallery.

This picturesque monastery at the base of a cliff is a peaceful oasis open to all visitors.

When a supermarket opened up shop within a medieval building it became protected by UNESCO on a technicality.

The big toe of this towering monument to a Croatian national hero is worn from years of superstitious rubbing.

An ancient knight and a symbol of the city's freedom.

A full figure 4th century incorruptible saint lies in a glass coffin in Croatia.

A wunderkammer of gold and silver reliquaries and ancient saintly bones.

Gargoyle head that brings good luck.

A miniature train-ride through Slovenia's largest cave system.

Longest fortress system anywhere in Europe.

Now harmless, this looming post struck fear into the heart of medieval troublemakers.

A musical instrument played by the sea.

A star-shaped fortress town fort built in the geometric model of the Renaissance utopian city.

This brightly-colored chapel is a contemporary jewel standing in the middle of a La Morra vineyard.

One of the best-preserved modern fortresses was part of a pivotal moment in the Italian Risorgimento.

This small Milan street is filled with colorful homes and a rich history.

A once-luxurious, now abandoned hotel in the Italian Alps.

If James Bond bungee-jumped off the side of a 720-foot dam, would you do it too?

This medieval footbridge in the Swiss Alps is known to attract cliff-jumping daredevils.