Walk the banks of the Arno River just before sunset and you’ll see why the Tuscan capital is a perennial honeymoon fave: The terracotta-toned architecture comes alive in the soft light of the “golden hour.” Spend your days taking in masterpieces like Michelangelo’s “David,” Botticelli’s “The Birth of Venus,” and da Vinci’s “Annunciation.”
These ancient urban centers, once thriving hubs of culture, innovation, and power, now lie buried beneath layers of time and mystery. From the sunken remains of mythical Atlantis to the buried ruins of Pompeii, these lost cities continue to intrigue and mystify us, offering glimpses into bygone eras and sparking the imagination.