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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
roman numerals

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 and Videos 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

Map of Italy Famous Places

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Tuffolino: The Italian Fascist alter-ego of Mickey Mouse

Tuffolino: The Alter-Ego of Mickey Mouse from Fascist Italy

Uncovering Tuffolino's Legacy Amidst Censorship and War in Fascist Italy. Tuffolino, a comic char…
March 28, 2023
Featured, Italian Art, Design & Photography, Italian History
The Rape of the Sabine Women Nicolas Poussin

The Sabines: A Glimpse into an Ancient Italic Tribe

The Sabine Influence on Early Rome: A Lasting Impact. The Sabines, who lived in central Italy dur…
March 19, 2023
Featured, Italian History
The Religion of the Etruscan People

The Religion of the Etruscan People

The Gods and Goddesses of the Etruscan Pantheon: Rituals and Ceremonies in Etruscan Religion. The…
March 17, 2023
Featured, Italian History, Italian People, Roman deities
Valentine's Day: The Origin of The Day of Love

Valentine’s Day: The Origin of The Day of Love

Uncovering the Evolution of Valentine's Day: Tracing the Roots of the Day Dedicated to Love and Affe…
February 8, 2023
Featured, Italian History
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The Witches of Benevento: From Pagan Rites to Witchcraft

The Witch Trials of Benevento: the Mysterious World of the Janare and Their Magic The city of Ben…
February 5, 2023
Featured, Italian History
Ancient Rome's Sacred Plants History and Symbolism

Ancient Rome’s Sacred Plants: History and Symbolism

Explore the Sacred Plants of Ancient Rome: Symbolism and Significance in Roman Culture The R…
January 30, 2023
Featured, Italian History, Nature in Italy
Vanth

Vanth: the Chtonic Female Demon of the Etruscan Mythology

Examining the different attributes and symbols associated with Vanth, and the various ways in which …
Etruscan cup with head of Charun

Charun: The Underworld Psychopomp of Etruscan Mythology

Tracing the Origins and Evolution of the Etruscan Underworld Deity Charun According to Etruscan m…
Hand of Sabazios

Sabazius, Sabazios, the Sky Father God of the Phrygians and Thracians

Sabazius (Sabazios, also known as Σαβάζιος in Ancient Greek), an origin deity from Thracia or Anatol…
Italy Industrial Turnover in November 2021

Italy Industrial Turnover in November 2022: 0.9% MoM Increase and 11.5% YoY Rise

According to ISTAT, industrial turnover increased by 0.9% in November compared to the previous month…
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Bergamo and Brescia, Italian Capital Of Culture 2023

The Italian Capital of Culture 2023 will officially launch in Bergamo and Brescia on January 20th-22…
Italian Tourism, Government Efforts for Recovery

Italian Tourism: Government Efforts for Recovery

Tourism Economy in Italy: How the Government is Supporting the Recovery of the Industry Amid COVID-1…
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