The remains of this 2nd-century Roman temple are incorporated into a modern building.

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

An 18th-century post box used to alert the church of sick and ailing foreign pilgrims.

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

Rome's first modern graffito is all that is left of a peaceful protest from the 1970s.

What appears to be an ancient Roman temple is actually a Catholic church.

A huge enchanting public park just outside the ancient walls of Rome.

First founded in 1472, this is the oldest bank in the world. Its history may explain why we call financial institutions "banks."

A blend of nature and art awaits visitors to this park.

These gutted monastery ruins still stand proudly in the middle of the Italian countryside.

This sword isn't waiting for a king to pull it out. It was placed there by a saint.

Medieval torture techniques with a modern conscience.

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

This sinister Baroque entryway could lead you to a terrible fate.

The tallest statue in Italy is also one of the world's tallest statues of Jesus.

For hundreds of years, this huge figure has been blessing visitors before they explore his body.

Caligula's colossal pleasure ships, discovered by Mussolini only to be lost in flames.

The world's largest "Christmas tree" is illuminated by hundreds of lights stretching 2,000 feet up the slope of Mount Ingino.

Stuck in the arcade of Casa Isolani are three arrows of mysterious origins.

A military museum, art park, mausoleum, and architectural oddity all on one fascist's estate.

This 6th-century church has the largest and best-preserved collection of Byzantine mosaics outside Constantinople.

A mysterious ancient elephant said to possess magic powers is now the symbol of a Sicilian city.

Fountain where visitors can earn a license to be mad.

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