Roman Emperors by Place of Birth
Where Roman Emperors were born Birthplaces of Roman Emperors from Augustus (27 BC) to Theodosius (395 AD) This list considers Roman emperors from the beginning of … Read more
Dwarf Mammoth once roamed Sardinia, Mammuthus lamarmorae
Dwarf Sardinian Mammoth Mammuthus lamarmorae is a dwarf species of mammoth that lived in Sardinia and probably also in Corsica during the Pleistocene (between 450,000 … Read more
Italy fires: +256% fires in summer 2021, Over 1 billion in damage
What you need to know about the Italy fires Large fires increased 256% in the summer of 2021 due to extreme heat and arsonists. Fires … Read more
Rave party in Viterbo: one dead and 2 treated for alcohol intoxication. Thousands arrived from all over Europe
Inside the “never-ending” rave party on the shores of Lake Mezzano More than 8000 people coming also from Spain, France, and Germany arrived in Valentano, … Read more
Pompeii: Discovered a tomb with mummified human remains
Mummified remains, along with the hair and bones of an individual buried in an ancient tomb have been found at the necropolis of Porta Sarno, … Read more
What does Ferragosto mean? Why is Ferragosto celebrated in Italy?
Table of Contents1 Discovering the origins of Ferragosto, the most important Italian summer festival, which has its origins in Ancient Rome.1.1 What is the meaning … Read more
Natura Collecta, Natura Exhibita at Basilica of San Lorenzo, Firenze
Natura Collecta, Natura Exhibita, Basilica of San Lorenzo, Firenze More than 150 objects are on display inside the monumental undergrounds of the San Lorenzo Complex, … Read more
Sold out at the Arena del Parco della Musica for the “Carmina Burana” directed by Julian Rachlin
“Carmina Burana” at the Arena del Parco della Musica, Cagliari Spontaneous applause for the Orchestra and Chorus of the Teatro Lirico, for the Children’s Choir … Read more
Over two hundred national cultural venues open next weekend in Italy
Most of the museums and national archaeological parks will remain open over the weekend of August 15th, providing a valid alternative to tourists and visitors … Read more
What are the most poisonous animals in Italy?
Table of Contents1 The Most Poisonous Animals in Italy1.1 Vipers and snakes1.2 Horned viper1.3 Asp, Vipera aspis1.4 Meadow Viper, Vipera ursinii1.5 Common European adder, Vipera Berus1.6 … Read more
12 Iconic Animals in Italy and Where to Find Them
Table of Contents1 Top destinations for wildlife spotting in Italy1.1 Deer1.2 Bear1.3 Wolf1.4 Lynx1.5 Flamingos1.6 White Heron1.7 Vultures1.8 Dolphins1.9 Whales1.10 Ibex1.11 Fox1.12 Wild Horse Top … Read more
Mount Etna’s height has increased reaching 3357 meters
Mount Etna’s height has increased by more than 30 meters since 2018 After 50 paroxysmal episodes affecting the Southeast Crater of the volcano, Mount Etna’s … Read more
Temperature of 48.8C sets new record high in Italy and Europe
Record-breaking heat in Italy. The country records its highest temperature, 48.8C in Sicily Temperatures soared in Italy today, with Floridia in Italy recording the highest … Read more
The curious history of the Republic of Rose Island, a micronation on a man-made platform off the coast of Italy
Table of Contents1 Facts & history of the Republic of Roses Island built by Italian engineer Giorgio Rosa, who made himself its president and declared … Read more
The bizarre Tyrolean Skull Puppets (1850 – 1945)
The unique Skull Puppets made in Val Gardena, South Tyrol. These heads were handcrafted in series from the first half of the 19th century until … Read more