The ancient Greek Titan guards this massive dam holding a lightning bolt to symbolize electricity.

According to a gruesome legend, an architect sacrificed his wife to build this spectacular, 16th-century cathedral.

The growing stones of Romania.

Religious structure known for its sculpted details.

A well-worshipped shrine to the Virgin Mary nestled inside the last of Zagreb’s historic gates.

A World War II evacuation tunnel turned into a history display of Croatian state and people.

A fantastical display of Croatian folklore, mythology, and myths.

When this monument to Slovenia's national poet was erected, it's said to have sparked the ire of nearby church authorities.

Buy raw milk from a 24/7 vending machine or pick up tomb candles at this local market.

A whimsical bridge adorned with decorative dragons.

A public work of art that also provides some relief from the summer heat.

Since 1999, this bakery has been turning out the dreamiest tortes in the Slovenian capital.

Martin Bricelj Baraga's monolithic sculpture measures the blueness of the sky, and changes color to match it.

The Slovenian architect designed many landmarks in the capital city, including his own dream house.

Two bronze wolves atop this large rock honor the "Wolves of Tuscany" brigade of World War I.

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

A devastating landslide accidentally created this tourist hotspot.

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

This winding road through an Italian canyon may be the most scenic drive in the world.

The skulls and bones of thousands of soldiers line the walls of this small Italian chapel.

One of the oldest libraries in the world is still operating and contains the oldest existing document in the Italian language.

Atop the former site of a historic bakery sit two stone tributes to Verona's contribution to traditional Italian baking.

A whale rib was used to advertise the store by the arch that offered exotic goods from far away.

Pilgrimage site for star-crossed lovers.