The Agora was the center of Athenian democracy, the site of the city's most important political events, and a place where both Pericles and Socrates walked. Visitors can explore the ruins of the ancient Agora, the remarkably well-preserved Temple of Hephaestus, and the reconstructed Stoa of Attalos, located at the foot of the Acropolis, in a site of outstanding natural beauty.
16034 Portofino, Metropolitan City of Genoa, Italy
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Portofino is a stunning and upscale fishing village located on the Italian Riviera in the Liguria region of northern Italy. It is renowned for its natural beauty, colorful buildings, luxury yachts, and Mediterranean charm. It is one of the most perfect, most photogenic fishing ports in the Mediterranean.
The Leaning Tower of Pisa, or simply, the Tower of Pisa, is the campanile, or freestanding bell tower, of Pisa Cathedral. It is known for its nearly four-degree lean, the result of an unstable foundation. The tower is one of three structures in the Pisa's Cathedral Square (Piazza del Duomo), which includes the cathedral and Pisa Baptistry.
The Temple of Apollo, also known as the Sanctuary of Apollo, is a Roman temple built in 120 BC and dedicated to the Greek and Roman god Apollo in the ancient Roman town of Pompeii, southern Italy. The sanctuary was a public space influenced by Roman colonists to be dedicated to Greco-Roman religion and culture.
Piazza dei Miracoli, Piazza del Duomo, 56010 Pisa, Italy
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Begun in 1093, Pisa Cathedral (Duomo di Pisa) is a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture. Despite its proximity to the eye-catching and tourist-attracting Leaning Tower, the Duomo still dominates the monumental Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa.
Venice is a city in northeastern Italy and the capital of the Veneto region. It is built on a group of 118 small islands that are separated by canals and linked by over 400 bridges. In 2020, around 258,685 people resided in greater Venice or the Comune di Venezia, of whom around 55,000 live in the historical island city of Venice and the rest on the mainland.
Elba is a Mediterranean island in Tuscany, Italy, 20 kilometres (12 mi) from the coastal town of Piombino. The largest island of the Tuscan Archipelago, Elba is also part of the Arcipelago Toscano National Park, and the third largest island in Italy, after Sicily and Sardinia. It is located in the Tyrrhenian Sea, about 50 kilometres (30 mi) east of the French island of Corsica.
Capri is an island located in the Tyrrhenian Sea off the Sorrentine Peninsula, on the south side of the Gulf of Naples in the Campania region of Italy. The main town Capri that is located on the island shares the name.
Manarola and Riomaggiore are two of the five charming villages that make up the Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the northwestern coast of Italy. These coastal towns are renowned for their stunning scenery, colorful buildings, and traditional Mediterranean charm.
The Cinque Terre, located in the province of La Spezia in the Liguria region of Italy, is a stunning coastal area consisting of five charming fishing villages, each with its unique character and beauty. The name "Cinque Terre" translates to "Five Lands," and these villages are perched along the rugged cliffs of the Italian Riviera.
The Amalfi Coast, or "Costiera Amalfitana" in Italian, is one of Italy's most picturesque and sought-after coastal destinations. Located along the southern edge of the Sorrento Peninsula in the Campania region, this stunning stretch of coastline is known for its dramatic cliffs, colorful seaside villages, crystal-clear waters, and lush Mediterranean landscapes.
Florence, Italy, often referred to as "Firenze" in Italian, is a historic and culturally rich city located in the heart of Tuscany. It is renowned for its immense contribution to art, architecture, and literature during the Renaissance period and remains a treasure trove of artistic and historical significance.
The Parco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre, with its 3,868 hectares wide surface, is one of Italy's smallest National Parks and the most populated at the same time, with about 4,000 inhabitants distributed in five hamlets: Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso al Mare.
These two towers are often considered symbols of Bologna and are located in the city center, at the point where the ancient Via Emilia (Aemilian Road) enters the city. They were built during the Middle Ages and served military functions (signaling and defense), while their magnificence also reflected the social prestige of the family that commissioned their construction.
Liguria is a crescent-shaped region in northwestern Italy. Its Mediterranean coastline is known as the Italian Riviera. The capital is Genoa. The region is situated on the Ligurian Sea and had a population of 1,509,908 in 2025. Liguria is part of the Mediterranean-Alps Euroregion.
The Parish Church of Valega is a Baroque-style church characterized by Portuguese tile mosaics depicting religious scenes on the facade, although the tiles often portray blue floral motifs. Inside, the Ançã stone baptistery, dating from the early 16th century, and the main altar, dating from the 18th century, are highlights.
44 Causeway Rd, Bushmills BT57 8SU, United Kingdom
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Giant's Causeway is an area of approximately 40,000 stacked basalt columns, the result of an ancient volcanic fissure eruption, part of the North Atlantic Iridescent Province that was active in the region during the Paleogene period.
Perched atop the mountain surrounding Viana do Castelo is the “Santuário do Sagrado Coração de Jesus” (Sanctuary of Jesus). Visible from kilometers away, as if welcoming those entering the city, this shrine honors the “Princess of Lima”.
Greece is a country in Southeast Europe. It is situated on the southern tip of the Balkans, and is located at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa. The country consists of nine traditional geographic regions, and has a population of approximately 10.7 million. Athens is the nation's capital and largest city, followed by Thessaloniki.
The Aigai archaeological site is a World Heritage site and a place of outstanding natural beauty. The Aigai site includes the Multi-Century Museum, palaces, city, castles and surrounding areas built by the ancient Macedonian kingdom at Aigai.
The Temple of Hephaestus, the god of blacksmithing, is a well-preserved Greek temple built in 449 BC by Iktinos as a dedication to Hephaestus; it still stands almost intact today. It is a Doric temple with surrounding porticoes, located northwest of the Athenian Agora, atop the Agoraios Kolonos hill.
Areopagus is a barren marble hill situated opposite the entrance to the Acropolis. Its ancient marble steps can be slippery, especially in the rain. Near the foot of the steps is a bronze stela inscribed with the Greek text of Paul's sermon. From the top of the hill, there are stunning views of the Acropolis.
Originally built as a war machine, St. Elmo Fortress was strategically located at the tip of the Sceberras Peninsula to counter and contain the power of the Ottoman fleet. With unobstructed panoramic views of the surrounding harbors and towns, this key position was recognized and exploited from the Middle Ages onwards.
Rosslyn Chapel, also known as St. Matthew's Chapel, is a 15th-century episcopal chapel located in the Midlothian village of Roslin, Scotland. Its beauty in the Midlothian countryside, the mysterious symbolic meaning of its intricate stone carvings, and its role in The Da Vinci Code have inspired, attracted, and intrigued writers, artists, and visitors ever since.
The Pafos mosaics are considered among the finest mosaic artworks in the eastern Mediterranean and are part of the Kato Pafos Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1980. They were discovered in 1962, after a farmer plowing his field accidentally unearthed one of them.
The magnificent triumphal arch on the Via Sacra, Rome, dedicated to Emperor Titus, was built in the years following his death in 81 AD. This structure commemorates his victory at the Battle of Bellum Iudaicum in 70 AD, the capture of Jerusalem, and the incorporation of Judaea into the Roman Empire.
Palma, also known as Palma de Mallorca, is the capital and largest city of the autonomous community of the Balearic Islands in Spain. The city is located on the southern coast of Mallorca, on the Bay of Palma. With a population of 438,234 as of 2024, it is the eighth largest city in Spain.
The Blue Hole, located next to the famous collapsed Azure Window in Dwejra, on the west coast of Gozo, is known as one of the ten most beautiful diving spots in Europe. The Blue Hole resembles a cave, but the underwater scenery and the light shining through create a magnificent spectacle.
The Ġgantija Archaeological Park complex is a unique prehistoric site located in the heart of a distinctive archaeological landscape, the Xagħra plateau on the island of Gozo. It comprises two structures built between 3600 and 3200 BC.
High walls and sturdy defensive towers surround the vast Sucevita monastery complex, giving it the appearance of a fortress. An elegant minaret rests on a star-shaped pedestal atop the church. A massive portico protects the exterior frescoes, painted by local artists between 1602 and 1604.
Sardinia is the second-largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, after Sicily, and one of the twenty regions of Italy. It is located west of the Italian Peninsula, north of Tunisia and 16.45 km south of the French island of Corsica. It is known for its emerald sea and white beaches, even though the heart of its territory is predominantly mountainous.
The Siena Cathedral, towering over the square of the same name, is one of Italy's most renowned Romanesque and Gothic cathedrals. Stepping inside not only provides a spiritual uplift but also opens the heart to appreciate the beauty and discover one of the city's most precious artistic treasures.
Huesca is located in the Aragon region of northeastern Spain. The city sits at an altitude of 488 m (1,601 ft). One of the city's main attractions is the Pyrenees mountain range, ideal for skiing in winter, and home to several major resorts such as Candanchú and Formigal. The city's population was 54,704 in 2021.
Hluboka National Castle is a historic castle located in Hluboká nad Vltavou. It is considered one of the most beautiful castles in the Czech Republic. Hluboka National Castle stands out for its scale, architecture, preserved collection of original furniture, and extensive park area, set against a romantic backdrop significant to Europe and the world.
Located right on the edge of Snowdonia National Park and south of Lake Bala, Lake Vyrnwy nestles amidst the pristine and stunning Berwyn Mountains. With its spectacular waterfalls and expansive, unspoiled countryside, a trip to Lake Vyrnwy makes for a wonderful day out for the whole family.
Pl. Eduardo de Castro, 15, 24700 Astorga, León, Spain
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The Palace of Gaudi Astorga is an architectural masterpiece by the Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí. Built between 1889 and 1913, and designed in the Catalan Modernist style, it is one of only three of Gaudí's works located outside of Catalonia.
Teruel is a city in Aragon, located in eastern Spain, and is also the capital of Teruel Province. It had a population of 35,900 as of 2022. This region boasts a unique Mudéjar heritage, historic medieval villages, stunning natural landscapes, and cuisine that reflects the authentic flavors of Aragon. Teruel promises countless stunning destinations.
Zaragoza is the historical capital of the Aragon region of Spain, renowned for its magnificent Pilar Basilica, Romanesque foundations, cultural diversity, and the hospitality of its people. The city sits on the Ebro River and its tributaries, the Huerva and Gállego, almost in the center of both the Aragon region and the Ebro River basin. Its population was 691,037 in 2024.
Albarracin is a picturesque town located in the province of Teruel, in the autonomous community of Aragon, Spain. It is situated on a hill above the Guadalaviar River and is known for its well-preserved medieval architecture and historic charm.
Aragon is an autonomous community in Spain, coinciding with the medieval Kingdom of Aragon. Located in northeastern Spain, the Aragonese autonomous community comprises three provinces (from north to south): Huesca, Zaragoza, and Teruel. The capital of the community is Zaragoza. Its population was 1,351,591 in 2024.
Passeig Jaume Pi Figueres, 2, 17256 Pals, Girona, Spain
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Pals is a medieval town in Catalonia, northern Spain, located a few kilometers from the sea in the heart of Emporda Bay on the Costa Brava. From afar, the outlines of the town's surrounding walls are visible, and the majestic Torre de les Hores church and tower are discernible—one of the few remaining ruins of the ancient castle and a symbol of the town. Its population was 2,556 in 2024.
Lake Baikal is a tectonic fault-forming lake and the deepest lake in the world. It is located in the Siberian mountains of Russia, north of the Mongolian border, between the federal subjects of Irkutsk Oblast to the northwest and the Republic of Buryatia to the southeast.
Lake Brienz, with its turquoise waters, is a jewel nestled amidst the majestic mountain scenery of the Bernese Oberland. Explore charming lakeside villages like Brienz and Bönigen. Enjoy a steamboat ride to Giessbach Falls. Or experience a nostalgic steam locomotive ride to Brienzer Rothorn.
With a total area of 823 square miles, Eryri is the largest national park in Wales. Home to over 26,000 people, Eryri's landscape is steeped in culture, history, and heritage, where the Welsh language is an integral part of daily life for its inhabitants.
C. Cardenal Herrero, º 1, Centro, 14003 Córdoba, Spain
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Mosque Cathedral Monumental Site of Córdoba is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Córdoba in the Andalusia region of Spain. Officially named the Church of the Assumption, it is dedicated to the Feast of the Assumption. Having previously been a mosque, it is also known as the Mezquita (Spanish for 'mosque') and historically as the Grand Mosque of Córdoba.
Vardzia is a remarkable cave monastery complex and historical site located in the Gogasheni region of Georgia, in the South Caucasus. It's renowned for its unique architecture, historical significance, and stunning natural surroundings. The complex is excavated from the slopes of the Erusheti Mountain on the left bank of the Kura River.
Lake Thun is located in western Switzerland, in the Bernese Oberland region. The city of Thun, numerous attractions, and boat tours make Lake Thun a top destination for tourists. Ancient castles, romantic lakeside towns, and the majestic views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains will inspire you. Combine the boat trip with a visit to the St. Beatus caves, Niederhorn mountain, or the city of Thun.
Narni Sotterranea is a fascinating underground complex located in Narni, a historic town in the province of Terni, Italy. It is renowned for its extensive network of tunnels, chapels, and ancient structures, revealing the city's rich history and architectural prowess.
The Temple of Apollo is an ancient Greek temple in Naxos dedicated to Apollo. It was built in the 6th century BC by the tyrant Lygdamis. It is located on the islet of Palatia at the northern end of the port of Naxos. The temple is 59m long and 28m wide, with the entrance located on the west side of Naxos – an unusual feature for an Ionian-style temple.
Miaouli Square is a square in the city of Ermoupolis, Syros Island, Greece. It is the historic square of Syros with architectural wonders blending into the poetic landscape of the 19th century, with buildings that testify to the existence of a great civilization.
