In Italy, they add work and life on to food and wine. – Robin Leach
About Italy
Italy is a country that is located in the Southern Europe comprising a number of Islands including Sicily and Sardinia. Neighbouring countries of Italy include Austria, France, Holy See, San Marino, Slovenia and Switzerland. Italy has a diversified industrial economy, which is divided into developed industrial north – dominated by private companies and a less developed, welfare dependent, agricultural south.
Facts about Italy
- Italy is shaped like a high heeled boot, making it incredibly easy to pick out on a map.
- The Alps Mountains create Italy’s northern border between France, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia.
- Italians are known for their rich and delicious food. They love dishes with pasta, bread and Italian cheeses. Pizza was invented in Naples and dates back to 1860.
- Wine is a huge export of the country; however many Italians create their own wine. It’s a tradition for families to create a family wine together and drink it at all of the family celebrations.
- Fourteen billion espressos are consumed in Italy each year, and Italians use 3.7 kg of coffee per capita.
- Over 50 million people travel to Italy each year, boosting the Italian economy and providing them with approximately 63% of their yearly income.
- People throw approximately 3,000 Euros per day into the Trevi Fountain in Italy. It is then collected and donated to Charity.
- More fashion designers came from Italy than any other country in the world. This includes Gucci, Prada, Armani, Fendi, and Dolce & Gabbana, just to name a few.
- Italy manufactures some of the most luxurious sports cars in the world. The Ferrari, Bugatti, and Maserati are just a few of Italy’s luxury cars.
- Lilies are the national flower of Italy.
