Six paintings reminding you that death is integral part of everyday life.

This medieval church in Rome was almost destroyed following a terrorist attack in 1993.

A small Byzantine church lost in the middle of the mountains of southern Italy.

A local student's chance encounter with Keith Haring led to the creation of one of Europe's largest murals.

This Gothic castle-like portal is a testament to the amazing craftsmanship of the navvies who built the railway tunnel.

Nestled in a peaceful valley, this Armenian monastery may have been saved from Mongols thanks to the eyes of God.

The romantic botanic tunnel feels like a well-kept secret.

The grand complex of buildings that comprise Liverpool's Exchange Flags includes a vast World War II bunker that has been frozen in time.

This library dates back to the late 17th century and was one of the first public lending libraries in England.

This collection of illusory paraphernalia has been culled from the history of London's premier magician's club.

The abandoned fishing village was swept right into the sea.

A rotting air force base is now home to rare birds and scarce plants.

This shell of a historic manor house on the Isle of Wight is said to be the most haunted site on the island.

A subterranean ice warehouse that has lain hidden beneath central London for over a century is now open to the public.

This foolish Victorian sea fort was converted to a deluxe hotel.

An abandoned tower once used to study the cosmos hides within a thicket of greenery.

What was once England's second-richest abbey is now a haunting ruin.

The secret wartime bunker built on the platforms of an abandoned Tube station.

A spectacular disused railway viaduct in a beautiful countryside nature reserve.