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Picus

October 10, 2022 by WeirdItaly

Picus was the son of Saturn and the founder of the first Latin tribe and settlement, Laurentum, near Rome and son of the god Saturn. … Read more

Categories Roman deities Tags circe, laurentum, piceni people, pomona, roman religion, woodpecker

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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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