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The Italian Republic is a South European neighbor of Switzerland. This ancient peninsula is the location of a record 44 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Typical contributors seek answers to questions about Italy's reputation for excellence in antiques, architecture, art, education, fashion, food, literature, sports, and tourist activities and sites.

10,172 Questions

Where can I get a work visa for Italy?

To get a work visa you will need a work permit. When you get the work visa it will act as your entry visa to the country. So you will not need a separate visit visa.

What do they call Santa Claus in Italy and Russia?

Here are what the person who brings the gifts is called in these countries:

Italy: Babbo Natale ("Father Christmas"), Gesù bambino ("Baby Jesus"), La Befana, Saint Nicholas, or Saint Lucy.

Russia: Дед Мороз (Ded Moroz, "Grandpa Frost"), Чысхаан (Chyskhaan "Lord of the Cold").

Did Italy gain or lose territory in World War 2?

Italy invaded Abyssinia (now Ethiopia) in 1936 and it become part of Italian East Africa (Abyssinia, Italian Somaliland and Eritrea) and later invaded British Somaliland. During the East African Campaign (June 10, 1940 -- November 27, 1941) the Italians fought against the British and Commonwealth troops, but by the end of the campaign they had lost all theyr territories in East Africa. In 1939, Italy invaded Albania and occupied the country until 1943, but after the Surrender to the Allies the German's took over the country. The Dodecanese Islands had been part of the Italian Empire since 1918, and after the surrender to the Allies, the German's and British battled for controll of the islands which was known as the Dodecanese Campaign. Libya was also a Italian Colony, and in 1940, the Italians invaded Egypt in an attempt to capture the Suez Canal. The battle was inconclusive, and once the British were reinforced with the Commonwealth troops, the Italians were pushed back into Libya, and the British were close to taking the colony from the Italians until Rommel and his Afrika Korps entered the Continent This battle in North Africa was known as the North African Campaign. After defeat by the British for the second time at El-Alamein, the Axis began to crumble in North Africa, and by 1942, North Africa belonged to the Allies. During the Greco-Italian War in 1940, the Greek Army smashed Mussolini's weak forces and drove them back into Italian-occupied Albania. In 1941 Hitlers Army began the Balkans Campaign with its Allies Italy and Bulgaria, and successfully invaded Greece, Crete, and Yugoslavia. Considering that the Germans won the war themselves, Italy occupied about 70% of Greece and many areas of Croatia and Yugoslavia. Italy also occupied the British Ionian Islands. After the Italian Surrender, the Germans took over all Italian occupied areas in the Balkans. In 1940, after Mussolini realised France was about to fall, he sent his army into southern France and Corsica and occupied until 1943. After the Italian Surrender, the Germans took over all Italian occupied areas in Southern France and occupied Northern and Central Italy. By the end of Italy's participation in World War Two, it had lost all it's colonies and the Italian Empire fell. Rhys :)

What two European countries tried to conquer and dominate Italy?

french and the spanish tried to conquer Italy, fighting each other in Italy for 30 years

How tall iwas the Leaning Tower of Pisa before it started to lean?

It was built on sandy soil and began to lean before it was finished. Through many efforts the government of Italy has tried to stop the lean and to some extent they have, but the lean is still there even though a little less than it was a few years ago.

Where did italy invade in World War 2?

Italy was invaded by General Harold Alexander's 15th Army Group during the Second World War. The invasion was on September 3, 1943.

How have the italians contributed to the Australian socierty?

Italians have contributed to Australia in sport, fashion, culture, architecture, food (pizza, pasta, cheese etc) and helped provide jobs, worked on cane farms, and helped build things like the Kuranda train railway tracks.

What food is typically found in the diet of southern Italians but is not indigenous to Europe?

Tomatoes; they weren't introduced until the 18th century, with the discovery of the new world ...Stop cheating in your Food Culture class.

(Read the book, stupid.)

Why did the renaissance take place in Italy?

Italy traded with the Byzantine Empire and Islamic world. The region had political stability and wealth.

What is the closest international airport to Venice Italy?

Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE / LIPZ), about 14km by car from Venice.

What are the mountain chains that cross Italy?

The mountains that cross Italy are the Apennine Mountains

Are gypsies in Italy?

Yes. There has been a small but steady immigration of Romani people into Mexico, since it was part of the Spanish Empire. According to the latest census (2010) there are 15,850 gypsies in Mexico; previous generations have been integrated into the general population.

What is the air miles from lax to Rome Italy?

The distance between the above places is 5620. miles. This distance is point to point straight distance as seen on the map. The actual distance covered by a flight may vary according to the flight path chosen. Also this is not the airport to airport distance.

When did Italy join the six nations?

Italy and the European Union (EU)Italy was one of the original six founder members of the earliest post-WW2 European communities, and the treaty which established the European Economic Community (EEC) is called the Treaty of Rome.

In the aftermath of World War 2 there was a deterimination in much of Western Europe to build a new, prosperous, interdepenendent and peaceful Europe. It's been such a huge success that many countries are clamouring for admission to the EU.

Joncey

Why were people falling down the leaning tower Pisa?

As of 2017, it still hasn't collapsed. Eventually it might, if the lean gets too bad.

What famous people live in Italy?

Alberti - ItalianPainter

Leonardo da Vinci- Italian Artist

Sophia Loren - Italian Star

Donatello -Italian Sculptor

Marco Polo - Italian Trader

How long does it take to fly from Newark New Jersey to Rome Italy?

Hint go to mapquest.com ok About eight and a half hours flight time. This does not include time at the airport.

Why is Rome often called the city of the seven hills?

The advantages of the seven hills was that the Romans could protect them selves from any attacks from the side of the hills. They were also a great lookout for the Romans

Is Italy 925 MBC valuable?

It is gold plated over sterling silver and it was made in Italy

What is the elevation in Rome Italy?

Rome's elevation is 66 feet above sea level.

The Pantheon was built at the lowest elevation (no number available).