History
This leader ruled Italy as a dictator during World War II.
Who is Benito Mussolini?
This Baroque composer is best known for The Four Seasons,
Who is Antonio Vivaldi?
This river, the longest in Italy, flows from the Alps in the northwest and empties into the Adriatic Sea.
What is the Po River?
This famous cold cut from Parma is often served with melon.
What is prosciutto?
This city is home to Italy's largest fashion industry
What is Milan?
This family of bankers and politicians ruled Florence for much of the Renaissance.
Who are the Medici?
This Baroque fountain in Rome is known for its stunning sculptures and the tradition of tossing coins for good luck.
What is the Trevi Fountain?
This mountain range runs the length of the Italian peninsula from the north to the southern tip.
What are the Apennines?
This Sicilian dessert features a crispy pastry shell filled with sweet ricotta cream and often topped with chocolate chips or candied fruit.
What are cannoli?
This internationally renowned Italian tenor has been blind from a young age
Who is Andrea Boccelli?
Rome's first emperor who initiated the Pax Romana, a period of peace that lasted for over two centuries.
Who is Augustus?
This Renaissance cathedral, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, is known for its massive red dome.
What is the Florence Cathedral (Il Duomo)?
This Italian island to the west of the mainland is known for its unique language, rugged landscape, and stunning beaches.
What is Sardinia?
Originating from Bologna, this large, cooked sausage is made from finely ground pork and sometimes flavored with pistachios.
What is mortadella?
This Italian luxury sports car brand is symbolized by a prancing horse
What is Ferrari?
Known for his military campaigns in both South America and Europe, this Italian patriot led the Expedition of the Thousand to help unify Italy
Who is Giuseppe Garibaldi?
This 19th century composer is known for his operas The Barber of Seville and William Tell.
Who is Gioacchino Rossini?
This small republic is entirely surrounded by Italy and is one of the world’s oldest republics.
What is San Marino?
This traditional spirit, originating from Northern Italy, is known for its strong flavor and is often enjoyed after a meal.
What is grappa?
This Italian luxury fashion brand, founded in 1921, is known for its iconic double-G logo and high-end leather goods.
What is Gucci?
This treaty, signed in 1929, established the Vatican as an independent state within Rome.
What is the Lateran Treaty?
This ancient temple in Rome, rebuilt by Emperor Hadrian, has a famous dome with an oculus at the top.
What is the Pantheon?
This Italian region is home to the historic city of Naples, the Amalfi Coast, and the ancient ruins of Pompeii.
What is Campania?
This Italian soft drink, made from a small, bitter citrus fruit of the same name, has a dark color and a unique taste similar to cola with a hint of orange.
What is chinotto?
This 1960 classic directed by Federico Fellini follows a journalist exploring Rome's nightlife and introduced the term "paparazzi" to the world.
What is La Dolce Vita?