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Magna Graecia

Riace Bronzes: History, Discovery & Facts

Riace Bronzes: History, Discovery & Facts

August 18, 2022 by WeirdItaly

Riace Bronzes, A treasure at the bottom of the sea The Riace Bronzes are two Greek bronzes depicting naked bearded warriors, cast about 460–450 BC … Read more

Categories Featured, Italian History, What to see in Italy Tags calabria, greeks, Magna Graecia, riace, riace bronzes, statue
Facts, Images & History of the Appian Way

Facts, Images & History of the Appian Way

January 11, 2022May 24, 2021 by Matteo Damiani

History of the Appian Way The Appian Way is one of the earliest and most important Roman roads of the ancient republic that changed the … Read more

Categories Featured, Italian History, What to see in Italy Tags architecture, Benevento, Brindisi, campania, Lazio, Magna Graecia, puglia, roman architecture, romans, rome
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The Valley of the Temples in Sicily, Facts, History & Pictures

January 11, 2022May 11, 2021 by Matteo Damiani

The Valley of the Temples, Agrigento, Italy The Valley of the Temples is an archaeological site in Agrigento (ancient Greek Akragas), Sicily.  The Valley of … Read more

Categories Featured, Italian History, What to see in Italy Tags greeks, Magna Graecia, pagan temple, romans, sicily
Necropolis-Pantalica

20 stunning images of Pantalica Necropolis

May 1, 2021June 18, 2014 by WeirdItaly

Pantalica Necropolis, rupestrian funerary architecture Pantalica, Syracuse, Sicily, is located on a limestone promontory and is best known for its rock-cut tombs (13th to 7th … Read more

Categories Featured, Italian History, Magazine, What to see in Italy Tags anapo, archeology, Calcinara, history, Magna Graecia, nature reserve, necropolis, pantalica, railway track, sicily, Syracuse, tombs

Map of Italy Famous Places

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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
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The Magic Rites Complex in Pompeii

The Magic Rites Complex (il Complesso dei Riti Magici) in Pompeii is a historical residence that was…
January 27, 2023
Featured, Italian History
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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