Italy

Despite the fact that it is somewhat of an engineering blunder, there is something strangely beautiful about the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Throngs of tourists who flock to Pisa to marvel at the tower or to have their picture made at an angle that looks as through they’re holding up the tower agree.

Americans will on average spend an average of $1,180 per person on summer vacation, according to the latest American Express Spending & Saving Tracker.

Boiling Italy down to five must-see attractions is a nearly impossible task. But, if one could only visit a handful of the country’s legendary landmarks, here are five that ought to be considered.