23 Nov
Italy fun facts
22 Nov
23 Detailed Facts About The Dolomites
The Dolomite mountain range in northeastern Italy is an idyllic playground for both outdoor adventurers and those seeking a taste of the region’s cultural heritage. Much of the region was Austrian until annexation by Italy after World War I, and the distinctive local cuisine reflects these roots, so expect lots of speck, sauerkraut, knödel, and …
6 Nov
22 Amazing Facts About Naples
Situated on the Gulf of Naples, on the western coast of southern Italy, Naples is the regional capital of Campania and the third-largest municipality in Italy, after Rome and Milan. If you want to take a glimpse into Naples’ rich history, beautiful sights, or taste the unique food Neapolitans enjoy every day, start planning your trip today! …
5 Nov
31 Fashionable Facts About Milan
Milan has it all, from the glamorous world of fashion and design, professional football teams, to amazing Catholic cathedrals! And let’s not forget the popular Ambrosian (or Milanese) chants that are more commonly known as the basis of our modern musical scale system. Impressive, right! Put on your most stylish clothes and take a quick …
4 Nov
13 Fun Facts About The Colosseum
The Colosseum is a truly magnificent artifact based in the heart of Rome, Italy – and what a sight it is! Not only is it a magnificent structure, it’s also incredibly historically important. As you can imagine, millions of people visit the Colosseum each and every year. It’s got a bit of a reputation for …
7 Oct
16 Amazing Facts About The Alps
If you’ve ever been mountaineering in Europe before, there is a good chance you may have come across the Alps! This huge mountain range covers a vast array of land and proves to be truly breathtaking to traverse. Here are some fun facts about the Alps that should help whet your appetite for a trek. …
29 Sep
11 Amazing Facts About The Amalfi Coast
Tourists from all over the world travel to Italy specifically to visit the Amalfi Coast. Although many travel to relish the wide variety of treasures the coast has to offer, few people know about its glorious history. Here’s a few fun facts about the Amalfi Coast so that the next time you visit this beautiful land, …
23 Sep
23 Astonishing Facts About The Adriatic Sea
The Adriatic Sea sparkles calm and clear, with an intoxicating blue colour. Warm, and yet refreshing and peaceful enough to hear your own thoughts by the shore! The tamest beaches are made of round pebbles, and the wildest one of rocks, thus the beautiful see-through water. But that’s not all! There’s so much more to …
20 Sep
11 Profound Facts About Pompeii
The ancient Italian city of Pompeii, of course, is well known for having fallen to an ancient disaster. Specifically, the area was covered in and destroyed by a wave of ash and rocks following a volcanic eruption. Therefore, it’s likely to be a name you already recognise from history classes! However, there is still likely …
18 Sep
32 Sizzling Facts About Sicily
Sicily, the biggest island in Italy and the Mediterranean Sea boasts of its rich history and traditions, art and culture, and wonderful natural beauty. Frederick II, King of Sicily, once said: “I don’t envy God’s paradise, because I’m well satisfied to live in Sicily”. Well said! To be surrounded by the beautiful sea, breathtaking mountains …
9 Sep
17 Perfect Facts About Pizza
Pizza is a delicious dish made of bread, tomato, cheese and more. While it originated in Italy, there are many, many different localisations on the classic! Here’s a thick-crust stack of fun pizza facts to whet your appetite. 1. Pizza is amazingly popular. It’s thought that we buy and consume more than five billion pizzas, …
5 Sep
17 Virtuous Facts About Vatican City
Looking to boost your local knowledge of this unique little country? Take a look at these interesting facts about Vatican City! 1. What exactly is The Vatican City? Vatican City, also known as ‘Holy See’, is a landlocked city-state in Europe. It is bordered solely, and entirely, by the city of Rome in Italy. 2. …
29 Aug
15 Excellent Facts About Europe
Spanning 400 million square miles, Europe is a temperate continent in the northern hemisphere and home to 741 million people, incredible history and diverse destinations that are on many people’s bucket lists. Here are some fun facts about Europe to bring you up to speed… 1. Where does Europe get its name from? Europe was …
10 Aug
15 Slightly Wonky Facts About The Leaning Tower of Pisa
One of Italy’s most famous landmarks, and the launchpad for a million quirky and funny photos, the Leaning Tower of Pisa is a marvel which has fascinated people for centuries. In fact, it’s likely been around for longer than many people can imagine! But what else is there to learn about the Leaning Tower beyond …
5 Jul