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Tu or Lei? The messy matter of Italian courtesy forms
When must we use “tu” and when must we use “lei”? And what about “voi”? Here’s how to understand the correct way to use courtesy forms in Italian.
Pisa Video
Video of Pisa, its famous leaning tower, and Piazza dei Miracoli.
Michelangelo: The Man
We have many perceptions about the great artist who created the statue of David, the Pietà and painted the Sistine Chapel. Who was the real Michelangelo?
Florence Video
A video of sightseeing activities in Florence.
Art in Italy, the Early Renaissance. Part two.
Two excellent artists from the Early Renaissance: Donatello with his sculptures and Ghiberti whose magnificent doors were called “gates of Paradise”
Art in the Early Renaissance, meet Filippo Brunelleschi
Life and career of one of Italy’s greates artists ever lived, Filippo Brunelleschi, the inventor of the linear perspective and creator of the iconic dome.
The Many Shapes of Italian Pasta
Not only spaghetti or maccaroni: Italian pasta, fresh or dried, comes in a variety of shapes, and every shape has its use, from soups to red sauces.
Malena
Malena is a poignant film that deals with many issues. All are done so eloquently although our main character, Malena, barely speaks a word.
Rome on a Budget
Visiting Rome doesn’t have to be expensive: these cheaper options give an even better feel of Rome’s true essence, and may help you to love it even more.