This is a region in North Italy. Its famous cities include Milan, Bergamo, Pavia and Brescia. Some of the well-known lakes are Como, Garda and Maggiore. Which region is this?
Lombardia
100
In which continent is Italy located in?
Europe
100
Is the capital of Italy. It is also the historic capital of the Roman Empire and Italy's largest and most populous city, with 2.8 million inhabitants.
Roma
100
How is the inventor of the Thermometer?
Galileo Galilei
100
Where does the "Palio" take place in Italy?
Siena
200
This is a central region in Italy. Some of its noted cities are Rome, Frosinone and Viterbo. The Tiber is its most important river. What is the name of this Italian region?
Lazio
200
What mountain range is located in the north of Italy?
The Alps
200
City world-famous for its canals, its bridges and for its places built on water. Also known for its authentic gondola workshops.
Venezia
200
An Italian inventor, artist, architect, and scientist. Had an interest in engineering and made detailed sketches helicopters, parachutes, and
Leonardo da Vinci
200
When is the "Befana" celebrated in Italy?
6 Gennaio
300
This southern region has cities which include Bari, Brindisi, Taranto, and Lecce. It borders the Adriatic Sea to the east. Which Italian region is this?
Puglia
300
What sea is located in the south of Italy?
Ionian Sea
300
Capital city of Tuscany, known for the birthplace of the Renaissance and famous painting "David".
Firenze
300
Who invented a portable hydrotherapy pump which would later give rise to the development of the....
Keyword: Hydro
Jacuzzi
300
What's the Name of the Italian "Santa Claus"?
San Nicolo di Bari
400
This region is in the northwest part of Italy. It is almost entirely surrounded by the Alps mountain range. It shares borders with France and Switzerland. Some prestigious wines are produced here, such as Barolo and Barbaresco. What is this region called?
Piemonte
400
What are 2 famous Italian volcanoes?
Mount Etna and Vesuvius
400
Famous worldwide as one the capitals of design and fashion. It’s a financial hub also known for its high-end dining and shopping.
Milano
400
He is one of the first Europeans to reach Asia. His writings of encounters and experiences he made during his travels to Asia, had inspired Christopher Columbus.
Marco Polo
400
Italy has only been a country for?
Closest answer wins
153 years
500
This is an Adriatic region in east-central Italy. Some important cities are Ancona, Pesaro and Urbino. This region is the seat the Ariston-Indesit industry, which produces many of Europe's home appliances. Which region is this?
Marche
500
What are 3 main plant species found almost everywhere in Italy?
Holly, cork oak, and pine
500
Third-largest city in Italy and capital of the Campania region and most populated metropolitan area. Its name derives from the Greek Neapolis the "new city". At the center of an archeological zone extending from Cumae to Pompei. Also known for thin-crust pizza.
Napoli
500
Who is the inventor of barometer?
Evangelista Torricelli
500
In _____ it was decided that the name of the town should be changed to Genzano di Roma to avoid confusion within the postal service as there are two towns in Italy called Genzano.
A) 1765
B) 1873
C) 1875