Thursday, December 9, 2010

Uniquely Italy


Italy is an art lover’s paradise, the country has the richest heritage of artistic creativity. According to UNESCO studies, 40% of art in the world is in Italy. Italian art caused continuously increasing public interest and involvement which resulted in the continuous production of monumental and fascinating works. Additionally, the country’s art has almost always been closely allied with the intellectual and/or religious currents of its day while keeping its own spectacular past as a consistent source of inspiration.
 A Italian Sculpture piece of Art
 An Italian Painting of Queen Elizebeth II

Italy is also very well known for their food. The culinary history of Italy got its reputation more than 2,00 years ago. Food preparation were important to the Italians as it signifies their “heart” for the food. Each region in Italy has its own unique way of cooking, producing different characteristics of food such as cheeses, wine and meatballs. Italian food is rich in a lot o different fabulous and tasty dishes. The cuisine is known for its popular dishes are pastas, pizzas, meats and their deserts. Their wine are also very renowned for their top quality.

 A table spread of Italian Food
Types of Pasta

The country is known as the Beautiful Country or also as Belpaese. Italy has beautiful landscapes and heritage buildings and sites. In Rome, famous places are Piazza Navona and the Colosseum, both which hold much culture and history value in them. Milan showcases its grand Cathedral. Amalfi Coast is a famous place in Italy for it being photogenic. Credits are given to its landscapes, sparkling seas, lemon groves and breathtaking cliffs. Venice is known for its Grand Canal Palaces, marble churches and bohemian fashion market.

Almafi Coast
 Piazza Navona


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