Barcelona, Spain
Casa Batlló
One of Antoni Gaudí's most classic buildings is well-known for its "dragon-back" design.
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Barcelona, Spain
One of Antoni Gaudí's most classic buildings is well-known for its "dragon-back" design.
Barcelona, Spain
Construction of Barcelona’s iconic (but controversial) church was finally completed in 2026—a century after the death of its architect.
Bologna, Italy
A masterpiece of modern architecture that caused quite a stir in Paris, recreated in Bologna half a century later.
Aosta, Italy
An ancient theatre in the "little Rome of the Alps."
San Gimignano, Italy
These medieval skyscrapers dominate the skyline of this small Tuscan town.
Milan, Italy
Third time's a charm, or in this case, two testicles are.
Viterbo, Italy
This fiberglass version of the Awakening sculpture by Seward Johnson, now resides in its third location in Italy, in Viterbo.
Rome, Italy
Inside this building is another country within Rome, a sovereign entity without a physical territory.
Basel, Switzerland
The most impressive of Basel's three remaining city gates.
Vatican City
Breathtaking and huge 430 year old maps of Italy.
San Marino, San Marino
Where members of the Crossbow Corps of San Marino demonstrate their skills.
San Giovanni in Persiceto, Italy
A bronze monument to his majesty, King Gino.
Mantua, Italy
The "floating factory" was a highlight in the career of the Italian architect known for his unusual use of reinforced concrete.
Mantua, Italy
An expansive collection of vehicles and other paraphernalia marking the history of firefighting.
Viterbo, Italy
For centuries, this town's hot springs have been embraced by rich and poor—and even by Popes.
Munich, Germany
Daily jousts and dancing barrel makers in Munich's mechanical clock.
Pula, Croatia
One of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters is still used today, but for less brutal events.
Valencia, Spain
Vibrant street art created with mixed media.
Monaco
Museum celebrating the ocean, with the largest wunderkammer dedicated to sea exploration.
Menton, France
Every year, the town of Menton, France, turns lemons and oranges into giant sculptures depicting windmills, dragons, and more.
Castro, Italy
Wander through the Corridor of Wonders in these stunning limestone caverns.
Cassino, Italy
This breathtaking monastery was established by Saint Benedict himself 1,500 years ago.
Termoli, Italy
This fishing contraption sits on top of a series of spindly wooden stilts.
Prague, Czechia
A plaque marks the spot where the saint was shoved off the Charles Bridge and into the river.