An incredible mosaic-lined monument said to have held the remains of an ancient Roman empress.

Italian poet Dante Alighieri is entombed in this small mausoleum in Ravenna, and his hometown of Florence has never been too happy about it.

The San Marino-Rimini railroad was short-lived but this tunnel once provided shelter for hundreds of refugees during World War II.

High in the clouds of San Marino sits an ancient tower with some curious prisoner graffiti.

Where members of the Crossbow Corps of San Marino demonstrate their skills.

These structures hanging over the water's surface are traditional fishing machines.

This uniquely designed bridge served as the city gate for Comacchio.

One of the oldest still-working clocks in the world sits on an ancient tower.

A bridge to rival those in nearby Venice but without the crowds.

One of the world's oldest working clocks is curiously missing the Zodiac sign of Libra.

In medieval times this small stone seat was used as a bizarre way to punish insolvent debtors.

This old medieval prison tower has been a site of astronomical research for more than 250 years.

The world's oldest surviving anatomical theater, where "the dead are pleased to help the living."

One of the largest squares in Europe contains an entire artificial island.

The tomb of the mythological founder of Padua is not hidden in some obscure crypt, but stands right in the middle of the city square.

The incorrupt tongue of the patron saint of lost things is venerated in this basilica.

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

A gorgeous example of 13th-century Gothic architecture.

These elaborate gothic monuments honor Verona's medieval lords.

Not far from the more famous House of Juliet, visitors will find the supposed residence of her lover.

Pilgrimage site for star-crossed lovers.

It’s said this crypt was the setting for the tragic finale of the Shakespeare play.

In 1999, a new equine figure was cut into this English hillside near the site where an older white horse had previously appeared.

A unique bridge with an equally unique view.