5 Most Historical Countries to Visit in the World

2. Italy

Number of World Heritage Sites: 52

Italy is one of the most historical countries in the world, boasting a multitude of ancient sites and landmarks. Saint Mark’s Basilica, dating back to the 9th century, was originally built to house the tomb of St. Mark. Following a fire in 932, the basilica was reconstructed with Byzantine domes and marble exteriors, which still stand today. Herculaneum, buried under the ashes of Mount Vesuvius’ eruption in 79 AD, is a lesser-known city compared to Pompeii but is better preserved. The discovery of the oldest temple ruins in Rome, dating back to the 3rd century B.C., in the Area Sacra di Largo Argentina highlights the deep historical roots of the city.