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Italy
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
Who brings the Christmas gifts in Italy?
The Italian version of Santa Claus is Babbo Natale. Sometimes on Epiphany, which is on 6 January and the end of the Chrostmas season, gifts are brought by La Befana, an old woman.
Does Italy have an extradition treaty with the United States?
Yes, it was signed in Rome on October 13, 1983.
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How was Mussolini able to become Totalitarian Dictator of Italy?
By founding and controlling the Italian Fascist Movment. He then marched on Rome and become Prime Minister where he then announced himself Dictator. By founding and controlling the Italian Fascist Movment. He then marched on Rome and become Prime Minister where he then announced himself Dictator.
Who is the head of government for Italy?
The actual "Presidente del Consiglio dei Ministri" (President of the Council of Ministers) is Romano Prodi. The "Capo dello Stato" (President of the Italian Republic) is Giorgio Napolitano.
The "Presidente del Consiglio dei Ministri" is now Silvio Berlusconi who thinks he is an emperor and acts a lot like Benito Mussolini.
How do you apply for a us work visa?
For a temporary period to engage in legitimate business activities, such as meetings, conferences, negotiating contracts and consultations a B1 visa is issued to business visitors who wish to enter the U.S.. B1 visa holders may not work in the U.S. and may not be paid from a U.S. source. Individuals, who seek to work in the United States should apply for a work visa, such as an H-1B, TN or L-1 visa. If your intention is to enter the United States for pleasure or medical treatment, please click here for B-2 Visa information.
How long was the Italy army in World War 2?
The Italian Government was a dictator rule under a fascist government. The dictator was Benito Mussolini.
Who was the Prime Minister of Italy in 2012?
Giorgio Napolitano is the President of Italy in 2013. He became the 11th President of Italy on 2006 May 15.
Italy is a Parliamentary Republic. It has a 'president of the council of ministers' (prime minister - head of government - premier) and a 'president of the republic', both appointed by the parliament.
How long can you be president in Italy?
Giorgio Napolitano, the 11th and current president of Italy, took office on May 15, 2006.
Why did Italy leave the league of nations?
Italy left the left the league after the Abyssinian crisis. Mussolini (current Italian ruler) wanted to restore the "glory days of the roman empire", i believe the main reason Italy left the league was that Italy knew the league could not work because the economic sanctions did not work because the USA was not part of the league and the USA not being a part of the league sped up the failure of the league of nations.
Was Ciuseppe Mazzini a Prime Minister of Italy?
Yes; he truly believed in man`s love of country and worked his whole life to spread the concept of nationalism by founding newspapers and secret societies. His ultimate goal was to reach his goal of unifying Italy; he founded `Young Italy`and even founded `Young Europe`; he also longed for the unification of Europe, but that didn`t happen in his lifetime.
What is the postal code of Milan Italy?
The general zip code for the city of Naples is 80100. But if you want your letter to arrive safely and quiclky, you really need to add the specific zip for the street. All big cities have lots of zip codes according to the street or city area. For example, the general zip code for Rome is 00100, but then you have 00144 for a certain area or 00166 for another, etc.
What is the population of Florence Italy?
According to the National Institute of Statistics, the population in Florence, Italy in the year 2011 is approximately 371,282. The number has probably increased by now.
Why was the league of nations unable to keep japan and Italy from taking other countries?
The League of Nation from its inception on was much hampered by the lack of any military force at its disposal and even more by the rule that important decisions had to be unanimous. However, it DID stand up to the Japanese aggression by condemning it, only to see the Japanese delegation walk out and cancel Japan's membership of the League of Nations. Many other countries that had reason to fear censure for present or planned behavior did the same by the way, such as the Soviet Union, Hitler's Germany and Spain.
In the case of Italy, its invasion of Ethiopia was not only formally condemned but an embargo was even imposed. Only it did not include the two things that would have forced Italy to pull out, namely an oil embargo and the closing of the Suez canal to the Italians.
Are there any Italian celebrations that involve gift giving?
For New Year's, ancient Romans gave friends a glass jar full of dates and dried figs in honey, with a bay leaf branch so the coming year would be sweet and full of good fortune. Neapolitans still wrap dried figs in fresh bay leaves and exchange them at New Year's to ensure abundance.
For enjoyable reading about Italy's holiday celebrations, festivals, customs, food, pageants, etc., I recommend Carol Field's book, Celebrating Italy. You may find it at your library or for less than ten dollars on the Internet. Salute!
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- La Befana brings the equivalent of stockings to kids around the time of Epiphany. If they're bad she brings coal (which is actually a sweet black candy now).
- Often in Italian weddings the bride and groom give wedding favors to the groomsmen, bridesmaid, and parents. These are often trinket type gifts handed out during the wedding party. Such items can be found on sites such as the ones located in the related links and many others.
- Christmas is all Italian
What does Santa Claus look like in Italy?
There is no Santa Claus in Italy, they have somebody else, I just don't remember what!
What side of the car do drive on in Italy?
Presumably, a sober Italian would drive in the lane specified as the driving lane in the country they're driving in. A drunk Italian... this can be a bit of a crapshoot.
As for the nation of Italy, they drive on the right side of the road, as does the whole of continental Europe (provided they're not too impaired to remain in the appropriate lane, of course).
What date is Christmas in Italy?
Actually, Christmas in Italy begins on December 24th. The actual day of Christmas is December 25th, in which they celebrate the birth of christ, but from then on, they have the 12 days of Christmas. On January 6th, children go to bed and wait for their "santa clause", known to them as "la bafana", or "the witch" to bring them their gifts. January 6th, wich ends their Christmas holiday, is the day they have their Christmas fiest, open their gifts, and sing Christmas carols.
Is same-sex marriage legal in San Marino?
No. In fact, homosexual activity is illegal in Samoa, although there is talk of it being decriminalized in 2011. Please note that this information pertains to the independent country of Samoa, not the United States overseas territory of American Samoa.
What is Santa Claus called in Italy?
In Italy, there are a number of people who bring toys:
- Babbo Natale ("Father Christmas")
- Gesu bambino ("Baby Jesus")
- La Befana
- Saint Nicholas
- Saint Lucy
It is shaped like a high heeled boot, because the continents shifted out of Pangea and eventually formed that way because of plate movements.
