Italy – Post-WWII, Renaissance, Culture
Birth of the Italian republic When World War II ended in Europe in May 1945, all the anti-Fascist…
Italy – Spanish Rule, Renaissance, Cuisine
Spain thus established complete hegemony over all the Italian states except Venice, which alone maintained its independence. Several…
Italy – Population, Migration, Aging
Throughout the centuries, Italy’s population curve has undergone many changes, often in parallel development with population trends in…
The city of Rome | Britannica
Explore the magnificent and historical architectural legacy and landmarks of Rome Time-lapse video of Rome. Giulio Mentuccia (A…
The Dramatic Birth of the Roman Empire
Almost 3,000 years ago the Roman Empire was born here in central Italy, on this site by the…
History of Rome’s Colosseum | Britannica
History of Rome’s Colosseum Overview of the Colosseum, Rome. Contunico © ZDF Studios GmbH, Mainz; Thumbnail © Sborisov/Dreamstime.com…
Ancient Rome – The empire in the 2nd century
The century and three-quarters after Augustus’ death brought no fundamental changes to the principate, although so long a…
Ancient Rome – Middle Republic, Transformation, Italy
The Greek historian Polybius admired Rome’s balanced constitution, discipline, and strict religious observance as the bases of the…
Italy – Farming, Crops, Livestock
Like other branches of the Italian economy, agriculture has been characterized historically by a series of inequalities, both…
Italy – Cuisine, Culture, Traditions
Since World War II, Italian society has profoundly changed, with a significant impact on daily life. One of…