Riace Bronzes: History, Discovery & Facts
Cast c.460–420 BC, Lost at Sea for 2,000 Years, Found by a Snorkeler in 1972 The Riace Bronzes are two Greek bronzes depicting naked bearded … Read more
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12 Iconic Animals in Italy and Where to Find Them
A Guide to Italy’s Rare Wildlife and Natural Reserves Given its variety of landscapes, it comes as no surprise that Italy is home to an incredible … Read more
Giovanni Leonardo Di Bona, the first International Master champion in the History of Chess
Giovanni Leonardo: The Italian Chess Master Who Beat Kings Giovanni Leonardo, known as Il Puttino (Small Child), was born in Cutro, Calabria. Giovanni Leonardo di … Read more
The gruesome procession of Verbicaro Flagellants
Verbicaro’s Annual Flagellant Procession: Tradition and Sacrifice Every year, Verbicaro, a town in Calabria, Italy, hosts a gruesome and deeply traditional procession known for its … Read more