Italy

Italian Traditions

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In Italy, ordering this milky coffee drink after 11 a.m. is considered a tourist giveaway.

Cappuccino

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The tradition of tossing coins into Rome’s Trevi Fountain is said to guarantee this.

a return to Rome

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This dramatic singing tradition, born in Italy, became a foundation of classical Western music.

opera

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On New Year’s Eve, Italians wear underwear of this color for good luck.

red

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This cherished Christmas sweet bread from Milan has become an international festive staple.

panettone

Italian words

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This Italian word meaning “hello” or “goodbye” is one of the most widely recognized around the world.

ciao

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Meaning “thank you,” this word is essential for polite conversation.

grazie

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It’s the Italian word for “family”—and a central part of Italian culture.

famiglia

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This word means “ice cream,” but is creamier and denser than its English cousin.

gelato

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Meaning “countryside,” this peaceful word evokes rolling hills and vineyards.

campagna

Italian History

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Founded in 753 BCE, this city-state grew into one of the most powerful empires in history.

Rome

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This volcanic eruption in 79 CE buried the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum.

Mount Vesuvius

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This Italian city was home to the world’s oldest continually operating university, founded in 1088.

Bologna

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This road, begun in 312 BCE, was one of Rome’s most important military highways.

Appian Way (Via Appia)

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This last Roman emperor, deposed in 476 CE, marked the fall of the Western Roman Empire.

Romulus Augustulus

Italian Geography

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This city is Italy’s capital and home to famous landmarks like the Colosseum.

Rome

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Known for its canals and gondolas, this city is often called “La Serenissima.”

Venice

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This northern city is Italy’s financial hub and home to the iconic Duomo.

Milan

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This city, birthplace of the Renaissance, houses Michelangelo’s David.

Florence

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This port city in Liguria is the largest seaport in Italy and the hometown of Christopher Columbus.

Genoa

Italian Sport

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This Turin‑based club has won more Serie A titles than any other Italian team.

Juventus

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This bright‑red Italian team is the most iconic and successful in Formula 1 history.

Ferrari

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This Italian city hosted the 2006 Winter Olympics.

Turin

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This famous Italian GP circuit, nicknamed the “Temple of Speed,” is located north of Milan.

Monza

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This Italian striker, nicknamed “Il Divin Codino,” is famous for his iconic ponytail and creativity.

Roberto Baggio