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The island of Sicily has always been a different entity compared to the rest of Italy. It is geographically closer to Africa than to Europe, culturally influenced by thousands of years of conquerors and linguistically distinct due in part to its tumultuous history. Today Sicily has been incorporated into the […]
The real 21 point Guide to travelling and surviving in Italy. A good understanding of the country along with some simple suggestions will help you make the most of your trip and give you an insight into the fascinating Italian approach to life. Ah… Italy… (Nino”Eugene” La Pia/flickr) 1) TIME: kick […]
Leonardo’s Helicopter When it comes to culture and the arts, there is not a field in which Italy has not exercised a profound influence. From music to literature, from architecture to visual arts and sculpture, from medicine to natural sciences and technology, the history of Italy has shown the […]
Giuseppe’s shop, where he makes by hand baskets and other stuff In Omignano, in the heart of the National Park of Cilento and Vallo di Diano, you’ll find the workshop of Giuseppe Giuliani, who creates hand-made baskets of various types, ropes, mats, fans, hats, necklaces, slingshots, troccole (popular musical instruments that are […]
Italian newspapers have reported two cases of young people, aged 14 and 15 years old, that required medical assistance after falling in an alcoholic coma. Unfortunately, these are not isolated cases. A recent report released by the Italian institute for statistics, ISTAT, painted a dire picture of the situation. The majority […]
Lotteries inside and outside of Italy What is a lottery? A lottery is a popular form of gambling which involves the drawing of lots for a prize. Some governments forbid it, while others endorse it to the extent of organizing a national lottery. The first signs of a lottery are […]
In this section of Life in Italy, you will find articles and information about Italian culture in today’s Italy. The many Italian gifts to mankind are not confined to museums and history books. Italians and Italian pop culture continue to shape the modern world. From cinema to fashion, motorsports to […]
Venetian plaster, or Venetian stucco, has been used for centuries around the world. Time to find out more this art form. Venetian plaster is distinctive, subtly graduated in color, and can have a rough finish. Although traditionally it is shiny and with multiple layers. Venetian Plaster History The origins of […]
See more fun facts about Italy in our Potpourri section Italian brunette Colorful, rich, bold, romantic; Italy is all this and more. Historically rich, Italy is a cornerstone of today’s western culture. Agriculturally rich, the Italian countryside is a prolific producer of fruit, vegetables, and livestock. Culturally rich, Italy has […]
Gil Amelio – Photo courtesy of globalnerdy.com Italian-Americans have made their mark on the business scene in America since their arrival in the late 19th century. From Gil Amelio, former CEO of Apple and National Semiconductor to Samuel DiPiazza, the current CEO of Pricewaterhousecoopers, it is a long list, which […]