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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
What is the full name for San Marino?
Most Serene Republic of San Marino or in Italian,Serenissima Repubblica di San Marino
What is the distance in miles between Seattle and Rome Italy?
"As a crow flies", the distance between Seattle, WA USA and Rome, ITALY is: 5,670 Miles 9,124 Kilometers
What mountain range separates Italy and Greece similar?
Greece and Italy do not have a border and a number or countries are between them overland, so no mountain range could be said to separate them. They are closer to each other by sea, with the Ionian Sea being between them.
What things are there to buy in italy?
You'll find out when you get there. Going to places like that is all about the excitement of what you'll find when you explore :))
When was the sedgley beacon tower built?
There's a date on it (now barely legible, but well recorded) of 1846 - prefaced by 'Rebuilt'. Some sources (apparently unreferenced) claim that some kind of predecessor was on the spot c.1700, but it's so far been impossible to find firm evidence for this, or for who built either structure, or why (ongoing). The high location would pretty certainly have been part of a chain of signal beacons, centuries ago. Not an ecclesiastical tower, anyway.
What tourist attractions are located in Feltre Italy?
Feltre, Italy is well known for its tourist attractions and hotels. Many tourist attractions in Feltre, Italy consist of historic houses. One famous attraction is called Villa Godi.
Is it cheaper to shop for Gucci products in Italy then in the US?
It is cheaper in the US because the Euro is worth more than the dollar.
What was the education system like in Italy during ww2?
It was a system of state run facistism.Each teacher was expected to teach the government line of world view.
How many bodies of water surround Italy?
the Adriatic Sea, Ionian Sea, Ligurian Sea and Tyrrhenian Sea
When did Carb Options Wishbone salad dressings come out?
Carb Options Wishbone salad dressings came out in 2004
Do you kiss to a stranger in Italy?
Yes then you say bravo and fart in their mouth and shoot them and say what does the fox say
When was the last eruption of Mount Edziza?
The last eruption of Mount Edziza was about 10,000 years ago. The volcano is now in a dormant stage, however, there were numerous small eruptions that created cinder cones.
What are the ingredients for homemade Italian dressing?
A simple Italian dressing can be made with: - 3/4 cup vegetable oil - 2 tbsp. water - 1 tsp. minced garlic - 1/4 cup cider vinegar - 2 tsp. sugar - 1 tsp. grated Parmesan cheese - 1/4 tsp. pepper - 1 & 1/2 tsp. salt This will make roughly 1 cup of dressing. Simply mix all of the ingredients together and allow it to mix and settle for a day or two. Shake well before using, as well.
Ciao! is a four-letter word which rivals Arrivederci as the most popular Italian equivalent of "Goodbye!"
Specifically, the word functions as a greeting or interjection. It may be translated as either "hello, hi" or "bye, goodbye" depending upon context. The pronunciation will be "tchow"* in Italian.
*The sound is similar to that in the English noun "chow".
Zampognari is the name of traditional musicians that mark the beginning of the Christmas celebrations in some regions of Italy. The instrument they play is the bagpipe. Originally, these traditional musicians were shepherds who came down from the hills to celebrate the holiday season with their families. Nowadays these musicians are men who work in the city, but they come from families with Zampognari tradition.
What are the colours of the Italian International Football Team?
The Italian football team first choice is blue jerseys, second choice is white jerseys.
Why was La Befana considered a witch?
That she possibly evolves from the pre-Catholic, Roman/Sabine goddess Strina of the New Year, that she is long-lived, that she looks like an old woman, and that she rides a broomstick are reasons why La Befana sometimes is considered a witch. The legendary holiday figure's name literally means "the witch" even though it actually may be just a deformation of la festa dell'epiphania ("the feast of the Epiphany") -- the night of January 5th -- upon which she appears.
