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The sarcophagus of the Spouses in the exhibition A Dream of Italy from the Campana collection. Louvre museum (Paris, France)

The Etruscan civilization: History, Facts and Art

March 17, 2023January 4, 2023 by WeirdItaly

Discovering the Fascinating Culture of the Etrurian Civilization The Etrurians were an ancient civilization that lived in the central part of Italy, in a region … Read more

Categories Featured, Italian History Tags ancient rome, etruria, etrurian people
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Roman Numerals: Origin, Facts and Usage with Images

January 4, 2023January 4, 2023 by WeirdItaly

Exploring the Fascinating History and Modern Use of Roman Numerals: From their Ancient Origins to their Role in Modern-Day Design The Roman numeral system is … Read more

Categories Featured, Italian Art, Design & Photography, Italian History Tags ancient rome, etrurian people, roman numbers
24 Etrurian and Roman statues discovered in San Casciano dei Bagni, Italy

24 Etrurian and Roman statues discovered in San Casciano dei Bagni, Italy

January 4, 2023November 8, 2022 by WeirdItaly

Extraordinary new bronze statues discovered at sanctuary in San Casciano dei Bagni, Italy. During the excavation campaign at the Etruscan-Roman sanctuary connected to the ancient … Read more

Categories Featured, Italian History, Latest Italian News Tags ancient rome, archeology, etruria, etrurian people, tuscany
Procession with Romulus and his wife Hersilia on a victory chariot

The Seven Legendary Kings of Rome

January 4, 2023October 21, 2022 by WeirdItaly

The mythical seven kings of Rome: myths, history & facts The seven kings of Rome, according to legend, were the first kings who ruled Rome … Read more

Categories Featured, Italian History Tags ancient rome, Ancus Marcius, comitia curiata, Curiae, etrurian people, Numa Pompilius, romulus, sabines, Servius Tullius, Tarquinius Priscus, Tarquinius Superbus, Tullus Hostilius
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Fufluns, the god of joy, wine, plants, health and development

January 4, 2023October 9, 2022 by WeirdItaly

Fufluns or Puphluns was a deity of all plant life, joy, wine, health, and development in all things in the religion of the Etruscans. The … Read more

Categories Roman deities Tags Bacchus, etrurian people, etruscan, Liber Pater, roman religion
Coin of Vejovis

Vejovis

January 4, 2023October 4, 2022 by WeirdItaly

Vejovis, sometimes known as Vēdiovis or Vejove, was an Etruscan-born Roman deity. Vejovis was shown as a youthful man riding a goat and clutching a … Read more

Categories Roman deities Tags Asclepius, etrurian people, roman religion
Canale Monterano

The Lost City of Canale Monterano

May 1, 2021February 26, 2013 by WeirdItaly

A Roman aqueduct, Etruscan tombs, an abandoned medieval church, and a town within a few meters. Monterano stands on a tuff hill whose sides dive … Read more

Categories Featured, Italian History, Magazine, What to see in Italy Tags abandoned town, altieri, canale monterano, etrurian people, etruscan town, ghost city, Lazio, monterano, monterano ruins, orsini, pope clement x

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Mithraic relief, Tauroctony, about 160 CE, Royal Ontario Museum

Ancient Roman Magic and Superstition: Superstitions and Mystical Symbols

Magic and Religion in the Roman Society. In ancient Roman society, the realms of magic and supers…
Apartment Living in Rome: Insulae Life and Culture

Apartment Living in Rome: Insulae Life and Culture

Ancient Rome's Urban Dwelling: Insulae's Daily Life and Culture. In the bustling city of ancient …
A-kiss-by-Lawrence-Alma-Tadema-(1891)

Roman Vacations: Leisure and Pleasure in Ancient Times

How Ancient Romans Spent Their Holidays. The Roman Empire, which spanned from Western Europe to p…
A Marriage in the Moon, 1910, Pioneering Italian Sci-Fi

“A Marriage in the Moon” (1910): A Pioneering Italian Sci-Fi Gem

"A Marriage in the Moon" – Italy's Early Foray into Sci-Fi Cinema. In 1910, Italian cinema offere…
Why Did Futurism Leave Behind Cinema?

The Cinematic Paradox of Futurism: Why Did the Movement Leave Behind Movies?

Futurism and Cinema: An Unexpected Disconnection. In the context of 20th-century art movements, F…

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Enrico Novelli, Yambo life and works

Italy’s Sci-Fi Pioneer: The Story of Yambo’s Impact on Literature and Cinema

Italy's Early 20th Century Sci-Fi Renaissance and Yambo's Role. Enrico de’ Conti Novelli da Berti…
Italian General's Controversial Book Triggers Debate and Probe

General Vannacci’s Book Sparks National Debate and Official Inquiry in Italy

Government's Divided Response to Vannacci's Controversial Narratives. From statements like "dear …
Sardinia Wildfires

Evidence of Intentional Fire-Starting in Recent Sardinia Blazes

Sardinia Wildfires: Investigative Insights into Causes Sardinia - Recent wildfires that tore thro…
Daily Mediterranean Detrended Surface Temperature

Unprecedented Maritime Heatwave Grips Mediterranean

Heatwave in Italy: Mediterranean Sea at Record-Breaking Highs. An unprecedented maritime heatwave…
Why is Italy not using cloud seeding to combat the extreme temperatures

Why Italy does not use cloud seeding to combat extreme temperatures

Heatwave Sweeps Across Southern Europe. As temperatures continue to soar across Italy, the nation…
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An Imperial Age Square Revealed from Recent Excavations in Nora

An architectural marvel from the middle imperial era has been unearthed during the latest archaeolog…
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