Sicily and a group of small islands around it make up the region known as Regione Siciliana. As an autonomous region of Italy, Sicily is not a country.The island became a part of Italy on March 17, 1861, when the current Italian Republic was known as the Kingdom of Italy. Who owned Sicily before Italy? […]
How close is Sicily to the mainland?
At its narrowest point, the Straits of Messina that run between the southernmost point on the Italian mainland, in the region of Calabria, and the shores of Sicily is just 3.1 kilometers wide. Engineers dating back as far as the ancient Romans and into modern times have been tempted to bridge the two sides. Is […]
What makes Milan unique?
So you see, Milan is a very special place for shopping. It’s a great, fun stop on any Italian vacation. You will have fun doing some Milan shopping and also exploring its many other charms – from Leonardo Da Vinci’s last supper, the Duomo – its striking gothic cathedral and La Scala Opera House. What […]
Was Rome a dictatorship?
Although the forms of the Republic such as the Senate and the election of the consuls continued, the emperor held all power. Democracy in Rome was dead and dictatorship had won. How long was Rome a dictatorship? six monthsThe dictatorship was a permanent office among some of the Latin states of Italy, but at Rome […]
Is Milan a religious city?
Milan’s population, like that of Italy as a whole, is overwhelmingly Catholic. It is the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Milan, and in 2004, 95.16% of the population were Roman Catholic. What kind of city is Milan? Milan is the capital city of the region of Lombardy in northern Italy. It is the […]
Which fruit is famous along the Amalfi Coast?
Lemons. Lemons from the Amalfi coast have been cultivated in the province of Salerno for centuries, growing in terraced groves which are stretched up the hillsides of every village in the area, spreading the intoxicating fragrance of citrus blossoms and dotting the beautiful Amalfi landscapes with green and yellow. What fruit is the Amalfi Coast […]
Is it worth going to Florence?
Absolutely it is worth a trip. Florence is a wonderful city and has many things to see and do that any person touring Italy or Europe will need and want to see. At the very least: The Duomo, The Uffizi, The Academia, the markets, the Ponti Vicchio. Just those alone will take you at least […]
Is there a ferry from France to Sicily?
There is currently just the 1 ferry route running between Sicily and France operated by 1 ferry company – Corsica Ferries. The Trapani to Toulon ferry crossing operates weekly with a scheduled sailing duration from about 21 hours. Can you get a ferry from France to Sicily? To get by ship from France to Sicily, […]
How do you say hello in Sicily?
Hello – Ciao Just being able to say ‘hello’ in the native language can help to make a great impression. How do you say nice to meet you in Sicilian? Piaciri di canuscirvi. Pleased to meet you. What is the main language spoken in Sicily? Italian language, Italian Italiano, Romance language spoken by some 66,000,000 […]
Is the Venice barrier working?
On 10 July 2020, the first full test of the system was successfully conducted. Amid fanfare, the Italian prime minister, Giuseppe Conte, activated the 78 mobile barriers. MOSE is expected to be fully functional by the end of 2021. It was used to actively combat threatened flooding on 3 October 2020. Does MOSE Venice work? […]
What is special about Rome?
Here are 12 interesting facts about Rome. Modern Rome has 280 fountains and more than 900 churches. Nearly 700,000 euros worth of coins are tossed into Rome’s Trevi Fountain each year.Rome became the capital city of unified Italy in 1870, taking the title from Florence. What is Rome famous for? Rome is famous for the […]
Who brought spaghetti to Sicily?
Arabs. Invasion of pasta into Italy from Arab Countries Little did we know that pasta used to be sweet! Interestingly, it was the Arabs that brought pasta to Italy, called ‘Itriyya’, first to Sicily in Italy. Because of its Middle Eastern origins, pasta used to have Middle Eastern flavours such as raisins and cinnamon. Was […]
Can you take a car on the ferry to Sicily?
You must be, with your car, at the boarding point about two hours before departure. Usually, when boarding, only the driver can drive car. Furthermore it’s not possible, once the car has been parked in the ferry, to get to the vehicle during the ferry journey. Can you take a car to Sicily? You can […]
Is August a good time to visit Tuscany?
The best time to visit Tuscany is during mid-to-late spring (April to May) and early autumn (September to October). The Tuscan landscape is at its most vibrant and the weather is particularly pleasant, with temperatures around 17°C-23°C in spring and 20°C-26°C in autumn. How hot is Tuscany in August? August continues to bring the oppressively […]
Can you swim in Naples?
The southern Florida city of Naples has some of the best beaches in the state. Sugar-soft white sands lapped by the gentle waves of the Gulf of Mexico make Naples’ beaches not only scenic, but perfect for swimming. Is it safe to swim in Naples? “Our beaches are generally healthy.””All other beaches in Collier County […]