Italy has a rich history and culture full of many unique traditions. Most Italian traditions are influenced by religion or superstition, such as wards against the evil eye. The family is the center of Italian society, so many holiday traditions involve spending time with family and sharing food. Most Italian holidays have their roots in religion, even seemingly secular ones, like the Carnevale of Venice.
Words: 700 Downloads: 0 Category: Europe By: Meagan WilsonThis article lists 10 fun facts about Italy. Each interesting fact contains information that will lead tourists to think about things they can do in Italy. Contemporary gastronomic, recreational, and cultural activities are linked to Italy´s history and geography.
Words: 405 Downloads: 0 Category: Europe By: Carol PosterThe world´s first synthetic plastic, Bakelite became all the rage during the early twentieth century. It was used in industry, but also to make items like jewelry. Today, items made from this vintage plastic are highly collectible. The Somerset Bakelite Museum in Great Britain owns a renowned collection of rare and valuable Bakelite pieces.
Words: 420 Downloads: 0 Category: Europe By: J. A. YoungYou may visit Barcelona for a vacation or on business. This historic and versatile jewel of the Mediterranean beckons myriads of visitors every year. Encounters with the distinctive food and wine of the region can lead to delightful and durable affairs with all of Catalonia.
Words: 730 Downloads: 0 Category: Europe By: Dr S BanerjiSituated on a peninsula extending into the Mediterranean Sea, Italy is a land of diverse terrain and atmospheric conditions. The Dolomite Mountains in the north of the country are high, often snowy, and cold. The southern end of the Italian Peninsula is hot and sunny in summer, and mild in the winter. In between these two extremes lie the Po Valley, Apennines Mountains, and many miles of coastline.
Words: 409 Downloads: 0 Category: Europe By: Meagan WilsonThis 365-word article provides a brief summary of religion in Italy. Italy is ground-zero for Roman Catholocism, with its history dating as far back as 2nd A.D. There are reminders of the significant role that Catholocism plays in virtually every aspect of their lives. Ninety percent of native Italians are Roman Catholics. Italians, however, enjoy freedom of religion. In fact, the increasing Muslim population makes the Islamic religion the second largest denomation in the country, as a whole.
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