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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

How many people died in the 6.2 magnitude earthquake in Italy on 8-24-16?

The earthquake hit the towns of Accumoli, Amatrice, and Pescara del Tronto. The death count is in the seventies, but they haven't finished searching for survivors, and they could find further casualties. Over 150 people are still reported missing.

Is Italy all on the same time zone?

No, Italy has two time zones. Most of the country follows Central European Time (CET) which is UTC+1, and during daylight saving time it follows Central European Summer Time (CEST) which is UTC+2. The northeastern region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia follows Eastern European Time (EET) which is UTC+2, and during daylight saving time it follows Eastern European Summer Time (EEST) which is UTC+3.

What volcanic mountain found on the island of Sicily that's a part of Italy?

Mount Etna is the volcanic mountain found on the island of Sicily, which is part of Italy. It is one of the most active volcanoes in the world and is known for its frequent eruptions.

How is the weather in Rome and Spain in December?

In December, Rome typically experiences cool temperatures ranging from 38-52°F with occasional rain showers. In Spain, cities like Barcelona and Madrid have similar temperatures ranging from 37-55°F with some chance of rain. It's advisable to pack layers and a waterproof jacket when visiting these destinations in December.

What does star 57 AR mean on 10k gold from Italy?

AR is the region in Italy where the goldsmiths plied their trade since the 1200's, Arezzo. 57 would be the identification of the particular smith or maker. The "star" has one of two explanations; it is either a Transitional Mark, following certain decrees of 1934 and their implementation in 1935, all jewelers and retailers in Italy had their pre-existing stock items of gold and silver stamped with a transitional STAR (*) mark. (five-pointed) This mark, used only until 1938, made pre-1934 items legal for trade. Or, and much more likely, it is the Elongated Hexagon Mark, which in 1968 saw the earlier star was redesigned as an elongated hexagon with pointed ends. The revised order of the core elements placed a 5-pointed star on the left, the maker's registration number in the center, and the two regional identification letters in the right. Some references show the maker's identification numbers in one to three digits while there are 4-digit maker's marks in use in many regions of Italy today.

How far from FLorence Italy to Rome Italy?

How far is it from rome, Italy to Florence, italy

Anthems of France Brazil Australia Italy Germany?

Australia's national anthem is "Advance Australia Fair". Brazil's national anthem is "Hino Nacional do Brasil". France's national anthem is "La Marseillaise". Germany's national anthem is "Deutschlandlied". Italy's national anthem is "Inno di Mameli".

How were the Italian city states governed?

The main type of government used in Italian city-states during the Renaissance was a series of oligarchies ruled by specific families, such as the Medici family or the Borgia family. This was known as the signoria.

Which of the following were Italian city states Milan Florence Paris Venice?

All but Paris, which is in France. The other three were in the area that is now northern Italy.

What group of people that settled in Italy had the strongest influence on roman society?

The Greeks who founded colonies (settlements) in southern Italy had a strong influence on all the Italic peoples who came in contact with them, not just the Romans. Etruscan civilisation arose from trade with and influence by the Greeks.

The Romans looked up to the Greeks. The copied their art and architecture, linked their gods to the Greek ones and were fascinated by their mythology. The elite had a Greek education and spoke Greek fluently. Some elite men even went to Greece to study Greek philosophy. The Greeks also introduced the notion of aristocracy to Romans and other Italic peoples, which was a model for the rich and powerful.

What were some problems Italians faces after unification?

The main problems were:

The brigandage in the southern regions.

The extremely lower industrialization.

The poverty and the illiteracy of the lower classes especially those of Central and Southern Italy.

The backwardness of the agriculture, due in part, especially in the centre and south Italy, to the system of large estates.

The lack of a common cultural formation among the great majority of the Italians.Annulla modifiche

How could the alps been both a help and a hindrance to the development of Italy?

The Alps might have been a hindrance for Italy because it isolated them from the rest of Europe, and a help because it protected them from intruders because of how tall the Alps are.

Are northern Italians blonde haired with blue eyes?

not all ,higher % in northern Italy, although Blonde/Blueeyes Irish looking found all over including Siccily.

How did Milan get its name?

The Goths who took it over from the Romans called it Mailand the land of May -aplace of warmth and inspiration

What role did Venice's location play in its growth and development?

Venice was right on the sea so settlers could easily trade. Which meant more money for them. From only the smartest kid ever!