Noto, Italy
Cattedrale di San Nicolò
Built in the aftermath of a devastating earthquake, this cathedral is one of the finest examples of Sicilian Baroque architecture.
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Essaouira, Morocco
Medina of Essaouira
Why trying to get lost in the old quarters of Essaouira may be harder than you think
Catania, Italy
Roman Theatre of Catania
Wedged between streets and buildings, this ancient Roman theatre could seat 7000 spectators.
Cefalù, Italy
The Duomo of Cefalù
A lesser-known World Heritage Site with an amazing Byzantine style mosaic of Jesus on the semi-dome of the apse
As-Sabikah, Tunisia
Chebika Oasis
A gem in the middle of the desert that looks like it came straight from a fairytale.
Antwerp, Belgium
Vlaeykensgang
A beautifully preserved and hidden 16th-century alleyway, tucked behind an unassuming door.
Imerovigli, Greece
Holy Church of Panagia Theoskepasti
A stunning church overlooking the water that you will have all to yourself.
Berdorf, Luxembourg
Priedegtstull
These exceptionally narrow openings between giant rocks will test your daring.
Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume, France
Sainte Baume Grotto
Legend says St. Mary Magdalene spent her final 30 years in a secluded mountain cave.
Paris, France
Canal Saint-Martin
A large portion of this navigable canal runs under Paris's famed boulevards.
Turkey
Anitkabir (Mausoleum of Kemal Atatürk)
Resting place and mausoleum of the founder and first president of Turkey.
Paris, France
Gare de Lyon Métro Exotic Garden
An underground tropical garden sits inside a Paris Métro Station.
Dunkerque, France
Bains Dunkerquois
A ghostly and forgotten art deco bathhouse by the windy shore of Dunkirk, weathered but still standing.
Marseille, France
Sherman Tank of Marseille’s Liberation (Jeanne d’Arc)
A surprising relic of WWII, sitting boldly in a Marseille street.
Syracuse, Italy
Ear of Dionysius
Italian cave with exceptional acoustics and an unsavory history.
Syracuse, Italy
Fountain of Arethusa
According to Greek mythology, this natural spring is the home of a freshwater nymph.
Catania, Italy
Elephant Fountain
A mysterious ancient elephant said to possess magic powers is now the symbol of a Sicilian city.
Palermo, Italy
Cappella Palatina
Every inch of this chapel is covered in craftsmanship from across the world.
Realmonte, Italy
Scala dei Turchi
"Stairs of the Turks", a chalky white cliff eroded conveniently into stairs, allowing for easy pillaging.
Saint-Rivoal, France
Mont Saint-Michel de Brasparts
An isolated 17th-century chapel on a remarkable site once dedicated to Celtic sun worship.
Lyon, France
Ancient Roman Theaters of Lyon
Lyon, France is home to two remarkably preserved Roman theaters, one dating back to 15 BCE.
Lyon, France
Traboules Secret Passages
Hundreds of hidden passageways weave through the old quarters of Lyon.
Locmariaquer, France
Broken Menhir of Er Grah
The largest stone moved during the Stone Age once stood proudly in France.
Lyon, France
La Fourvière Funicular
The world's first funicular powered by a steam engine.
