What if you won the opportunity to spend your dream vacation in Italy? What would you know to tell about this country so rich in famous tourist spots, cuisine full of popular recipes, fashion world known for luxury brands???
Follow below a quick and easy guide with 12 curiosities about Italy, with the main points about the country:
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1 – Immigration to Brazil
With the immigration of Italians to Brazil during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the Italian culture has become well known in the country, having influence, especially in the southern and southeast.
2- Official language and Italian dialects
The official language of Italy is Italian, which originates from Latin, like Portuguese and was used in the Roman Empire. However, in Italy there are also several dialects spoken by the people, such as Neapolitan, Tuscan and Sardinian.
After the formation of the nation-state and unification of the country in 1861, Italian was formalized as the country's official language.
3-Sights in Italy
Italy is one of the countries in which most tourists are received in the world, due to its artistic culture and the tourist attractions that reflect this culture.
There are some famous points of Italy: Colosseum in Rome, Tower of Pisa, Bridge of Sighs, Venice Clock Tower, Trevi Fountain, Pisa Cathedral, Florence Central Market, Teatro alla Scala of Milan, St. Mark's Square and Basilica, Roman Forum and Paladin, Ponte Vecchio, Vittorio Emanuelle Gallery II.
4- Famous Italian painters
Italy is full of artistic sights, museums and restaurants. In the country stands out the Renaissance art, practiced by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and other important Italian exponents. If there's one thing Italian culture excels at, it's the arts.
Artistic movements, painters, national singers influenced history and that is why they are very well known to this day.
5- Italy birthplace of opera
The European country is one of the main cradles of opera, singers like Puccini, Verdi and Rossini are the most famous and internationally known names for their musical style.
However, in Italy not only classical music is produced, young people have developed the pop and romantic style that has been growing with successful releases.
6- Italian food
Italian cuisine is famous for cooking pasta in dishes such as ravioli, gnocchi, capeletti, lasagna, capeloni and the popular pizza. These pasta have equally tasty sauces that take tomatoes and fresh seasonings that elevate the flavor of Italian cuisine.
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7- Italian football
As in Brazil, football is the main sport in the country, but there it is known for calcium. Matches in Italy are usually packed with passionate Italians who fervently support their teams.
8- Italian dances
The two main typical dances in Italy are the Sicilian, born in the Sicily region, and the Tarantela, originated in the Campania region.
Siciliana emerged around the 16th century and is characterized by baroque music with a slow rhythm. The style is very reminiscent of a religious manifestation. Bach and Fauré are examples of famous composers in this style.
Tarantela emerged around the 11th century and is characterized by being very lively and popular. It is practiced by couples who change partners during music.
9- Strong Catholic religion
Catholicism is also a very strong belief among the Italian people. So much so that the Vatican City, world center of the Roman Catholic Apostolic Church is located in Rome, capital of Italy. In addition, the Catholic religion is the theme of the vast majority of Italian tourist attractions and works of art.
One of these sights are the churches found in large numbers throughout the country.
10- Italian clothing brands – Famous Italian luxury brands
The city of Milan in Italy is a prominent pole of fashion production on the planet.
In addition, several famous internationally known clothing and accessories brands are Italian, such as Vogue, Gucci Dolce and Gabbana and Valentino.
Today's famous fashion designers were also born in the country, such as Giorgio Armani and Versace, owners of well-known designer brands.
11- Italian cinema
Comedy is the main genre of Italian cinema that has won international awards. Between the 1950s and 1980s, cinema in Italy expanded and developed, becoming popular.
They are famous filmmakers of the country: Michelangelo Antonioni, Dario Argento, Federico Fellini, Vittorio de Sica and Sergio Leone.
12- Italian people
The Italian people are very similar to the Brazilian people in their way of being, perhaps due to the influence of religion, and the Latin language, but they usually speak loudly and also gesture a lot like in Brazilian culture. They are very passionate, cheerful and communicative. They enjoy gatherings with the family for hearty meals.
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