Italian Culture - What you need to know about Culture in Italy - In Italy /culture/ 草榴社区, Real Estate in Italy, Move to Italy Sun, 25 May 2025 17:08:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.5 /wp-content/uploads/2018/10/cropped-favicon-lifeinitaly-32x32.jpeg Italian Culture - What you need to know about Culture in Italy - In Italy /culture/ 32 32 The world鈥檚 #1 mechanical bull industry is Italian: ShowGames /the-worlds-1-mechanical-bull-industry-is-italian-showgames/ /the-worlds-1-mechanical-bull-industry-is-italian-showgames/#respond Sun, 22 Dec 2024 18:03:11 +0000 /?p=101685 Italy is renowned for its many records across various fields, and even in sectors seemingly unrelated to its traditions, the excellence of the Bel Paese stands out. A surprising example is the mechanical bull industry, a category highly popular in the United States, where an Italian family-run business has risen […]

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]]> /the-worlds-1-mechanical-bull-industry-is-italian-showgames/feed/ 0 The best living nativity scenes in Italy to see during the holidays /the-best-living-nativity-scenes-in-italy-to-see-during-the-holidays/ /the-best-living-nativity-scenes-in-italy-to-see-during-the-holidays/#respond Fri, 13 Dec 2024 06:08:10 +0000 /?p=99105 The first nativity scene, according to legend, was built in 1223 at the request of Saint Francis of Assisi. In Italy, 800 years later, the custom is still carried on by communities and cities distributed around the country. From Greccio to Genga, here is a guide to the most famous, […]

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]]> /the-best-living-nativity-scenes-in-italy-to-see-during-the-holidays/feed/ 0 The Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center: An Italian Tradition Illuminating New York /the-christmas-tree-at-rockefeller-center-an-italian-tradition-illuminating-new-york/ /the-christmas-tree-at-rockefeller-center-an-italian-tradition-illuminating-new-york/#respond Sat, 07 Dec 2024 16:21:48 +0000 /?p=99259 The Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center is a shining icon that has illuminated the heart of New York for decades, but few are familiar with its fascinating story of tradition, emigration, and an Italian touch. This is the story of Cesidio Perruzza, the Italian who, during a time of deep […]

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]]> /the-christmas-tree-at-rockefeller-center-an-italian-tradition-illuminating-new-york/feed/ 0 Ten Italian books to read this Christmas /ten-italian-books-read-christmas/ /ten-italian-books-read-christmas/#respond Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:48:00 +0000 http://prod.lifeinitaly.com/2016/12/14/ten-italian-books-to-read-this-christmas/ Ten Italian books to read or to give as gifts this Christmas, books to talk about together in front of a hot chocolate and a slice of panettone.

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]]> /ten-italian-books-read-christmas/feed/ 0 December: the month of magic /december-the-month-of-magic/ /december-the-month-of-magic/#respond Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:09:00 +0000 /?p=48987 December is a month were the sacred and the pagan mingle, showing how our country's traditions come from a very distant past, before Christianity rooted.

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]]> /december-the-month-of-magic/feed/ 0 Guardians of Tradition: Exploring the World’s Oldest Military Academy in Modena /guardians-of-tradition-exploring-the-worlds-oldest-military-academy-of-modena/ /guardians-of-tradition-exploring-the-worlds-oldest-military-academy-of-modena/#respond Fri, 29 Nov 2024 05:39:39 +0000 /?p=98828 Welcome to 17th-century Italy! Let’s dive into a temporal leap that takes us back to 1678 when the Royal Academy opened its doors. Since then, it has shaped generations of military leaders, contributing to the history of Italy. Over the years, the academy has emerged as a milestone in global […]

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]]> /guardians-of-tradition-exploring-the-worlds-oldest-military-academy-of-modena/feed/ 0 48% of Italians are tattooed: world record /italians-are-tattooed-world-record/ /italians-are-tattooed-world-record/#respond Sun, 17 Nov 2024 12:15:17 +0000 /?p=101474 Tattoos in Italy have gone through several phases: from a symbol of rebellion and crime to an aesthetic and cultural trend. Historically, any mark or writing on the body was often associated with marginal groups or undesirable behaviors. However, since the 1970s, partly due to the influence of American trends, […]

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]]> /italians-are-tattooed-world-record/feed/ 0 The stamp dedicated to Pikachu arrives in Italy /the-stamp-pikachu-in-italy/ /the-stamp-pikachu-in-italy/#respond Sun, 03 Nov 2024 22:28:40 +0000 /?p=101393 The world of philately is warmly welcoming a new arrival. It鈥檚 Pikachu, the iconic (and heroic) character who first appeared in the Pok茅mon world in 1996. The stamp dedicated to him has already excited stamp collectors, who will certainly want it among their collections. Announced on 鈥淧hilately Day鈥 The stamp […]

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]]> /the-stamp-pikachu-in-italy/feed/ 0 Unique Museums and Galleries /unique-museums-and-galleries/ /unique-museums-and-galleries/#respond Sat, 02 Nov 2024 08:23:48 +0000 /?p=101347 Discover Italy鈥檚 hidden art gems: explore unique museums and galleries, from Sicilian puppets to Prada's art space, in a trip to remember.

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]]> /unique-museums-and-galleries/feed/ 0 The Fave dei Morti: the traditional sweet of all Saints’ Day /the-fave-dei-morti-all-saints-day/ /the-fave-dei-morti-all-saints-day/#respond Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:42:11 +0000 /?p=101318 On November 1st and 2nd, Italy celebrates All Saints’ Day and the Day of the Dead religious holidays. During this time, Italian popular traditions merge with religious customs to pay homage and remember those who have passed, through various regional customs and festivities. One of the most widespread traditions is […]

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]]> /the-fave-dei-morti-all-saints-day/feed/ 0 The Barovier & Toso glassworks in Venice has been active since 1295 /the-barovier-toso-glassworks-venice/ /the-barovier-toso-glassworks-venice/#respond Sat, 19 Oct 2024 23:22:02 +0000 /?p=101274 In Venice, one of the world’s oldest family-run businesses is still in operation. The Barovier & Toso glassworks has evolved and transformed over time; starting with blowing glass bottles, today it is a world-renowned and exclusive producer of Venetian crystal. A history full of doubt and fragments Unfortunately, little is […]

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]]> /the-barovier-toso-glassworks-venice/feed/ 0 Breaking news: surrogacy becomes a universal crime in Italy /surrogacy-universal-crime-in-italy/ /surrogacy-universal-crime-in-italy/#respond Sat, 19 Oct 2024 14:43:41 +0000 /?p=101264 It’s the most talked-about news in Italy over the past few days. On October 16, the Senate approved an amendment to Law 40/2004, making surrogacy a crime punishable even if committed abroad. Fines of up to 1 million euros and 2 years in prison With 84 votes in favor and […]

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]]> /surrogacy-universal-crime-in-italy/feed/ 0 Foliage Train Returns: October 12th – November 17th /the-foliage-train/ /the-foliage-train/#respond Sun, 13 Oct 2024 13:24:32 +0000 /?p=101238 Autumn has arrived, bringing one of the most anticipated events for season lovers: the journey on the Foliage Train! Until mid-November, you have a unique opportunity to explore one of Europe’s 10 most beautiful railway routes, immersing yourself in the autumn landscapes along the Italian-Swiss border. Why is this an […]

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]]> /the-foliage-train/feed/ 0 Italy tops Europe for sedentary children: a concerning record /italy-tops-europe-for-sedentary-children/ /italy-tops-europe-for-sedentary-children/#respond Sun, 06 Oct 2024 21:44:58 +0000 /?p=101203 The latest national survey from 2023 has revealed a surprising and alarming statistic: Italy, the home of the Mediterranean diet and healthy living, has become the European country with the highest number of sedentary children. This paradox is further highlighted by the unfortunate fact that Italy ranks second, just behind […]

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]]> /italy-tops-europe-for-sedentary-children/feed/ 0 La Fenice of Venice: the theater that rises from the ashes /la-fenice-of-venice-theater/ /la-fenice-of-venice-theater/#respond Sun, 22 Sep 2024 15:15:32 +0000 /?p=101063 One of the most prestigious opera houses in the world, La Fenice of Venice is admired for its extraordinary architecture, aesthetic appeal, and dramatic history. Two devastating fires and over two centuries of political instability have not crushed this symbol of rebirth and resilience. The construction: the call for projects […]

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]]> /la-fenice-of-venice-theater/feed/ 0 New discovery in the world of Marco Polo /marco-polo-manuscript-foligno/ /marco-polo-manuscript-foligno/#respond Sat, 21 Sep 2024 11:11:02 +0000 /?p=101017 A rare manuscript’s discovery brought Il Milione, Marco Polo鈥檚 famous travel account, high up in the interest of scholars and the public. The document surfaced in the Biblioteca Diocesana Ludovico Jacobilli in Foligno, a historic town in Umbria, central Italy. This significant find comes as the world marks the 700th anniversary […]

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]]> /marco-polo-manuscript-foligno/feed/ 0 Is it true that all roads lead to Rome? /all-roads-lead-to-rome/ /all-roads-lead-to-rome/#respond Sat, 21 Sep 2024 09:47:43 +0000 /?p=101021 This is undoubtedly one of Italian culture’s most famous and iconic proverbs. Everyone knows it, and it is one of those sayings that tourists learn quickly. But have you ever wondered what its origins are and why all roads lead to Rome continue to have such a strong influence on […]

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]]> /all-roads-lead-to-rome/feed/ 0 Corriere d鈥橧talia: The Most Popular Italian Newspaper Abroad /corriere-ditalia-newspaper/ /corriere-ditalia-newspaper/#respond Thu, 19 Sep 2024 16:32:06 +0000 /?p=101003 The most widely circulated Italian publication outside Italy is based in Germany, in Frankfurt, where the magazine Corriere d鈥橧talia is headquartered. This print media, which presents the most famous aspects of Italy abroad, is not produced within the country but is of German origin. “Corriere d鈥橧talia” was founded in 1951 […]

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