Leonarda Cianciulli, the Soapmaker of Correggio
The woman who turned her victims’ bodies into soap and teacakes Born in Montella di Avellino in 1893 and marked by an unhappy childhood, Leonarda … Read more
Italian History
Historical news, galleries and features from Italy.
Unravel the mysteries of Italy’s past with the Italian History category on WeirdItaly.com. This section explores the lesser-known, peculiar, and intriguing aspects of Italy’s rich history, from ancient civilizations to modern times. Discover hidden stories, unusual events, and extraordinary characters that have shaped Italy’s unique historical narrative.
The Eerie Beauty of Curon’s Resurfaced Bell Tower
Italy’s Sunken Village: The Story Behind Curon’s Old Bell Tower The pleasant village of Graun, known in Italian as Curon Venosta, is located in the … Read more
The Fairy Garden of Ninfa: A Botanical Wonderland
Exploring the Enchanted Beauty of Ninfa’s Fairy Garden The Garden of Ninfa is a stunning park located near Sermoneta, Lazio. This garden encompasses the ruins … Read more
Ugolino, the Cannibal Count
The Grim Legend of Count Ugolino’s Imprisonment and Cannibalism ‘Father our pain’, they said, ‘Will lessen if you eat us you are the one Who … Read more
Giovanni Aldini: The Reanimator of the 19th Century
Electrical Experiments of Giovanni Aldini on Human Bodies Giovanni Aldini, born in 1762 in Bologna, Italy, was a pioneering physicist and the nephew of the … Read more
The Experiment in Language Deprivation of Frederick II: What is Everybody’s Natural Language?
Understanding the Controversial Experiment of Frederick II Throughout history were conducted experiments involving language deprivation trying to discover the origin of language. The first attempt … Read more
The Lost City of Canale Monterano
The Rise and Fall of Monterano: Italy’s Hidden Abandoned City A Roman aqueduct, Etruscan tombs, an abandoned medieval church, and a town within a few … Read more
Italy’s Ferentillo Mummies Preserved Naturally
The crypt in Ferentillo and its unique natural mummification process The Museum of Mummies in Ferentillo, Province of Terni, displays the preserved bodies of the … Read more
Cities built by the Romans (The big list)
Roman Cities: 100+ Ancient Foundations Mapped (2025 Update) The vast and dynamic Roman Empire, stretching across continents and encompassing a multitude of cultures, left behind … Read more