The Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of Italy’s (and the world’s) most recognisable landmarks—but the tilt that made it famous wasn’t part of the plan. Construction started in the 12th century, and the soft ground caused it to lean almost from the beginning. Up close, it’s oddly striking, almost like a lopsided wedding cake, and yes, you can still climb it.

Florence wasn’t just the Medici’s playground—the Strozzi family had their own share of power, and this palace was built to prove it. Filippo Strozzi the Elder commissioned it to show up the Medici and make a statement about his family’s status. These days, the Renaissance palace hosts rotating international art exhibitions and cultural events, and it’s one of the city’s top spots for contemporary shows in a historic setting.

Opened in 1959 and designed by Frank Hughes and Russell Zakariasen, the Payson Gold Course is 18 holes of beautiful green hills and mountain vistas. There are 5,854 yards on the par 71 course, with a rating of 67.

This legendary market will blow the mind of anyone who happens to have even a passing interest in seafood. The sheer variety of sea creatures sold here must be seen to be believed: apart from Korean favourites like crab and eel, there are the myriad types of fish and shellfish (try the 'kalguksu' noodles with clams, or 'bajirak'), plus essentially anything that can be extracted from the deep waters washing over Busan. Take a stroll around to gawk at the market's curiosities, such as the sea worm ('gaebul'), whose visual similarity to the male reproductive organ has earned it the apt nickname of 'penis fish'. Then, select the seafood that tickles your fancy and have it be cooked right then and there by one of the shops inside the market, many of which have a seating area in the second floor. Get all your seafood from a single vendor if you can, then proceed upstairs to be served your selection accompanied by sauces and side dishes (a few the latter can even be served on the house if you're in luck). Mind that a cooking charge applies, and the price on side dishes is listed per person. Given the upsurge in tourist numbers, prices at Jagalchi have reportedly gone up in recent years, leaving it for travellers who aren't exactly on a budget. Do not despair: most of what you'll see at the market is also served at nearly any seafood restaurant in town, and at a lower charge in some cases.