An eccentric artist's abode in this small Italian town has been transformed into a surreal temple of mosaic madness.

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

These delicate sand pyramids look like naturally occurring gothic spires.

Before there were doorbells this bronze ear was installed for visitors to announce their arrival.

A medieval weapon rumored to have been used by the brilliant poet himself.

A magnificent waterfall is also home to the remains of a Roman hydraulic engineering system.

A fake medieval village in the middle of Turin.

100 year tradition of fist fights, marked by marble footsteps.

Gigantic mosaic sculptures of the figures on Tarot cards fill this colorful Tuscan garden.

This large, circular tomb is the final resting place of the first emperor of Rome.

Virgil's many-mouthed gateway to the underworld.

This Tuscan lake hides a 13th century town that is still visible when the water recedes.

Drink wine handed out through a window as part of an age-old tradition.

Installed in an act of one-upsmanship, the annual sundial in this church is also a symbolic victory for the Gregorian calendar.

This Roman arch marks the location of an ancient gate at one of the Seven Hills of Rome.

Eco-village hidden in the foothills of the Alps that created a massive system of psychedelic underground temples.

Filled with goldfish swimming in a shallow pool of sea water, this ancient crypt is more wishing well than burial site.

Pilgrimage site for star-crossed lovers.

Go inside to really appreciate this 500-year-old technological masterpiece.

Over 50 exquisite hand-painted Renaissance maps decorate a Medici storage room.

This beautiful park on the outskirts of Rome protects the ruins of two colossal ancient aqueducts.

This enchanting 600-year-old tree is so magical it inspired the beloved tale of Pinocchio.

This giant middle finger statue sends an unambiguous message to Italy's bankers.

As can be expected from a centuries old church built in a canal city, the undercroft of this house of worship is beautifully flooded.