The Mythical Gate of Hell at Lake Averno
Lake Averno has long been seen as the portal to the netherworld, a belief echoed by figures like Dante and Aeneas. This mystical body of … Read more
Discover the untamed and mysterious side of Italy’s natural wonders with the Nature in Italy category on WeirdItaly.com. Explore peculiar landscapes, rare species, and hidden gems that reveal the country’s enchanting and lesser-known natural beauty. Uncover the captivating stories and legends surrounding Italy’s most intriguing natural phenomena, from its majestic mountains to its enigmatic caves.
Lake Averno has long been seen as the portal to the netherworld, a belief echoed by figures like Dante and Aeneas. This mystical body of … Read more
Sardinia Wildfires: Investigative Insights into Causes Sardinia – Recent wildfires that tore through parts of Sardinia, leading to evacuations and significant property damage, are now … Read more
Heatwave Sweeps Across Southern Europe. As temperatures continue to soar across Italy, the nation finds itself grappling with extreme heat conditions. Red alerts have been … Read more
Campi Flegrei Seismic Activity: Interpreting Recent Geodynamics. Italy’s Campi Flegrei, also known as the Phlegraean Fields, has been a significant point of discussion in recent … Read more
Balancing Brown Bear Conservation and Public Safety in Italy Brown bears (Ursus arctos) are native to Europe, Asia, and northwestern North America, with several subspecies, … Read more
A History of Cannabis Legislation in Italy: From Prohibition to Decriminalization The legal status of cannabis, commonly referred to as weed, has been a subject … Read more
Explore the Sacred Plants of Ancient Rome: Symbolism and Significance in Roman Culture The Roman Forum, one of the most iconic and historically significant sites in … Read more
The relationship of the ancient Romans with their pets Dogs played an important role in ancient Roman society and they were bred as pets, guardians, … Read more
According to Legambiente, an Italian environmentalist organization, ground snow has been steadily decreasing since 2012. According to the Italian environmental group Legambiente, 200 Alpine glaciers … Read more
The Wolf population in Italy consists of 3,300 individuals split between the mountain ranges of the Alps and the Apennines. There are more wolves in … Read more
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
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
The Most Poisonous Animals in Italy How common are spider bites in Italy and are there any other poisonous species you should be aware of? … Read more
Top destinations for wildlife spotting in Italy Given its variety of landscapes, it comes as no surprise that Italy is home to an incredible richness of … Read more
History and nature, art, cuisine, and breathtaking beaches: discover Apulia and all the wonders it has to offer! Apulia is one of the most beautiful … Read more