Customs

Italy is mainly Italian, and more than 90% of the residents believe in Catholicism.

If someone sneezes, the person next to him will immediately say: "Salvi! (Wish you health)". In addition, sneezing or coughing in front of others is considered impolite and annoying, so I should immediately say "sorry" to the person next to me. It is said that this is because there has been a precedent in Europe where people were killed due to serious influenza epidemics, and colds are also as scary as a scourge in the eyes of Italians.

Italian people are hospitable and courteous. On formal occasions, dress very carefully. The greeting etiquette is to shake hands or wave; for the elderly, those with status and those who are not familiar with them, they should be called by their last name, plus "Mr.", "Mrs.", "Miss" and honorary titles; In situations such as elevators, women will be allowed to go first. Be careful when talking to Italians and talk about work, news, and football; don't talk about politics or American football. Italians are taboo about cross-handshakes and the number "17".

In the minds of Italians, freedom is the most important thing. Italians’ punctuality and collective concepts are relatively poor. It is very normal to be about 20 minutes late for a banquet. Italians have the habit of drinking coffee, eating stewed fruit, and drinking yogurt in the morning. Wine, especially wine, is a drink that Italians cannot live without. Both men and women drink alcohol with almost every meal, and even drink coffee with some wine.

Italians are taboo about chrysanthemums.

Italian wedding and funeral customs are similar to those in other European countries, and the ceremonies are mostly related to religious ceremonies. Italian marriages require two ceremonies: engagement (exchange of engagement rings) and marriage (divided into civil and church weddings). March and April are the peak months for young Italians to choose to get married. Italians were not allowed to divorce before May 1794. After the referendum in May 1974, the divorce rate among Italians has remained high.

The burial method of Italians is mostly earth burial, usually in large cemeteries.

Italians are completely family-oriented, and grandmothers (nonne) are highly respected—there's even an annual "coolest grandma" contest (the most recent winner danced a fast-spinning tarantula barefoot He defeated other competitors and won the competition).

Famous attractions in Italy

Piazza del Colosseo (Piazza del Colosseo)

Colosseo Arena (also translated as the Colosseum) is a Roman era One of the greatest buildings and the best preserved amphitheater. Located southeast of Piazza Venezia. The Colosseum is one of the eight most famous attractions in the world and a symbol of the Roman Empire. This huge amphitheater is called the Teatro Flavio because it was built by several emperors of the Flavio family. Usually, people call it Colosse. The Colosseum looks like a huge fortress, covering an area of ??20,000 square meters. The perimeter of the wall is 527 meters, the diameter is 188 meters, and the wall height is 57 meters, which is equivalent to the height of a 19-story modern building. It can accommodate 107,000 spectators. Like all Roman buildings, its basic structure is the arch structure. A series of arches, arches and appropriately arranged oval building components make the whole building extremely strong. This was the venue for animal fighting, English athletics, horse racing, drama and song and dance performances. This majestic building is a model of architecture. It is a magnificent building built on a concave ground. In Nero's time, this depression was an artificial lake in the gardens of Nero's Golden Palace.

The construction of the Arena was started by Emperor Vespasiano from 72 to 75 AD and completed by Emperor Tito in 80 AD. Tradition says that 40,000 slaves were used to build the building, part of the 100,000 captives that Emperor Tito brought back to Rome in 70 AD after destroying Jerusalem. The arena, which could accommodate at least 50,000 spectators, was mainly used for fighting beasts and gladiators. These activities are diverse and well-equipped, and more than any other activities can arouse the passion and madness of a large audience who are particularly fond of cruel scenes. Among the many performances, the first thing worth remembering is the performance to celebrate the completion of the arena. The celebration lasted for 100 days, killing 5,000 beasts and hundreds of gladiators. During Trajan's reign, the general killed 11,000 beasts and 10,000 gladiators fought here. During Probo's reign, 100 lion cubs were put into the arena at the same time during only one beast fight, and their roar shook the entire arena.

However, it is more of a gladiator fight. It's unbelievable that people were so fascinated by this cruel gladiatorial game, especially women. In this cruel gladiator, only the gladiator who wins a certain number of times can be freed. The arena was used for gladiatorial games and beast fighting until 608 AD, and was converted into a castle in the Middle Ages. It was later partially destroyed and used as a site for excavating building materials to build churches and palaces. This destruction continued for several centuries and was stopped in the 19th century. At that time, several popes began to repair it. The repaired bricks are evidence of the previous repairs.

This majestic building is a model of architecture. Like all Roman buildings, its basic structure is the arch structure. A series of arches, arches and appropriately arranged oval building components make the whole building extremely strong.

Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli

The Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli is the ruins of the teponic hall of the Baths of Ciano built by Michelangelo in 1563 It was rebuilt in the 18th century and transformed into its current appearance by Luigi Vanvitelli. The entrance resembles the Pantheon, and the ceiling is 91 meters high, which was the architectural limit at the time.

Milan Cathedral

The Milan Cathedral, also known as the Church of the Nativity, located in the center of Milan, Italy, was built in 1386 AD and the vault was completed in 1500. The gilded statue of the Virgin Mary is in place on the tower. It was finally completed in 1897 and took five centuries to complete. Not only is it a symbol of Milan, it is also the center of Milan. Napoleon's coronation ceremony was held in Milan Cathedral in 1805.

Milan Cathedral is the largest Gothic church in the world and the second largest cathedral in the world after St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican. The church is 158 meters long and 93 meters wide at its widest point. The highest point of the tower reaches 108.5 meters. The total area is 11,700 square meters and can accommodate 35,000 people. The interior is so spacious that one almost forgets that one is in the center of a large commercial city in the dark and solemn space. There are a total of 3159 statues inside and outside the church, of which 2245 are carved on the outside; there are 96 huge demon and monster-shaped drainage outlets; there are 135 spiers on the top, and the gilded statue of the Virgin Mary on the top of the central tower is 4.2 meters high. It weighs more than 700 kilograms and is made of more than 3,900 pieces of gold. There are five bronze doors in the church. The first bronze door on the left was completed in 1948 and represents the decree of Emperor Constantine; the second bronze door was made in 1950 and tells the story of Saint Ambrose. In Gio's life, the third largest bronze door was completed in 1906, weighing 37 tons, and depicts the life of the Virgin Mary; the fourth bronze door was completed in 1950 and tells the story of the German Emperor Frederick The history of Milan from the fall of II to the Battle of Legnano; the fifth bronze door, completed in 1965, shows the history of the cathedral from the time of San Carlo Borromeo.

The body of the Archbishop of Milan in the 15th century is enshrined in the hall. The head is made of silver and the body is the true body of the bishop. There is a small hole in the roof of the church. At noon, the sunlight is shining on the metal bars on the floor running north and south. The ancients used this to keep time and called it the "Sun Clock". The square in front of the church was built in 1862. In the center is the equestrian bronze statue of Vittorio Emanuele II, the first king of the Kingdom of Italy. The yellow building on the right side of the square is the neoclassical palace, which was built in 1778 and is now a contemporary art museum.

On the left side of Milan Cathedral Square is the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. It was built from 1865 to 1877 and is in the shape of a cross. It is 196 meters long, 47 meters wide and high. The 47-meter-long gallery roof is in the shape of an arch, with a colored glass shed on the top. The floor is paved with marble in a mosaic pattern. The huge arched building is magnificent, and the corridor contains exquisitely decorated gold and silver jewelry, fashion, gift shops, restaurants, coffee shops and bookstores. This is a leisure center for Milanese citizens. It is full of resting citizens and tourists, and it is very lively all year round. Passing through the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II to reach Piazza della Scala (Piazza della Scala), there is a statue of Leonardo da Vinci.

Venice:

It has both unique tenderness in the world and the most elegant and elegant scenery of the Mediterranean in history, a bridge between the East and the West.

This world-famous city built in the 5th century AD is located in northeastern Italy, about 4 kilometers away from the mainland, and is located on about 118 large and small islands in Lake Venice. More than 150 canals and 400 bridges criss-cross the 118 islands into a city. Venice's incomparable unique appearance and rich artistic treasures make it the most attractive tourist city in the world. The beauty of Venice cannot be separated from the turquoise water and rickety boats, not to mention the magnificent classical buildings. Standing in St. Mark's Square and looking around, the criss-crossing streets here turn into winding canals; the vehicles that pass unobstructed on ordinary city streets turn into boats here. Every small waterway, small street, small church and small square here is a scenery, and also records the splendid culture and history of the water city.

St. Mark’s Square is known as the most romantic square, and pigeons are the biggest feature here

The Bridge of Sighs, the two buildings connected by the Bridge of Sighs are the court and the prison; generally Generally speaking, no one who enters the prison will get out alive, and the Bridge of Sighs becomes the only place where they can finally see the sun. Therefore, the prisoners can't help but sigh when they pass by. Over time, these sighs become The sigh became the "Bridge of Sighs"...

Doge's Palace, the highest authority in Venice during the Republic of China; pink marble exterior wall, continuous pointed arches and four-pointed flower-shaped roundel The window is a typical Gothic style.

St. Mark’s Basilica, with a strong Byzantine style, is said to be a church dedicated to St. Mark, the author of the Gospel; St. Mark is the patron saint of Venice, and its symbol is a lion. Therefore, the lion is also a symbol of Venice. markers.

The first floors of the old and new administrative residences on both sides of St. Mark's Basilica are now mostly used as cafes; the most famous is Cafe Florian, where it is said that Hemingway and Byron often hung out; of course, The coffee here is also the most expensive in Italy~~

Gondolas, according to legend, the boatmen in the past were young and handsome guys who sang love songs while rowing; of course not anymore~~ Also , Gondola is the most expensive means of transportation in Venice. Unless you have a lot of money to burn, otherwise, just sit there symbolically...

Rome:

This is the eternal city that belongs to God and the angels. It was built on seven hills between the Taibo River. It has been destroyed and restored several times. Historical relics can be seen everywhere: the ancient Arena of Constantine Gate, the Four Rivers Fountains, Spanish Steps... and the Vatican, a Catholic religious site in the city, add to the scenery.

Piazza Venezia

The Pantheon was built under the leadership of Hadrian. This extremely talented Roman emperor who was in love with ancient Greek civilization throughout his life poured all his faith into it. On this temple; at the same time, the Pantheon is also the best-preserved classical building in Rome, where the Renaissance painter Raphael is buried...

Florence:

Carrying the fruits of the Renaissance , is a famous cultural ancient city and art paradise, a tourist city that attracts a large number of international tourists. As the cultural center of the European Renaissance, Florence has left countless important historical buildings and historical treasures to modern people. Michelangelo Square, Ponte Vecchio and the nearby Leaning Tower of Pisa are the most important tourist attractions.

1. Galleria dell'Accademia: It houses Michelangelo's "David", four unfinished "Slave Statues", the second "Statue of the Pietà" and Works by other Florentine artists. There is a good bookstore and poster spot across the street, so you can drop by.

2. The Duomo: The Duomo is the landmark of Florence. Its appearance is made of pink, green and cream white marble, showing the elegance and nobility of women. Because of its temperament, it is also called "Santa Maria del Fiore" (Santa Maria del Fiore). The Cathedral of Fiore was built in 1296 by Arnorfo di Cambio. The huge central dome was the first Renaissance dome built by the famous architect Brunelleschi. It took ten years to build. It took four years to complete and is a model of Renaissance domed architecture. When Michelangelo was planning to design the dome of St. Peter's Basilica, he once said: "I could build a dome larger than the dome of the Florence Cathedral, but it would never be as beautiful as it.

"If you want to climb to the roof of the cathedral, you can enter from the left corridor of the chapel on the right side of the building and climb the 463 steps. The front of the church has been rebuilt twice, and the museum behind the church contains many great works of art.

3. Campanile di Giotto: The 82-meter-high tower next to the Cathedral of Flowers. It was built by the architect Giotto in 1334. The appearance is a square columnar tower, with pink, The three colors of dark green and cream are blended in a geometric color scheme, which is very harmonious with the Baihua Church next to it. There are exquisite reliefs at the bottom, and there are stairs inside to reach the top, with a total of 290 steps.

4. Battistero di San Giovanni: The octagonal church facing the Cathedral of Flowers was built between the 5th and 8th centuries. It is the most representative chapel of Romanesque architecture in Tuscany. The most valuable thing for sightseeing is the three bronze door reliefs: the bronze door on the south side of the entrance was made by Andrea Pisano in 1330, and the 28 pictures are about the story of John's mission; the chapel door on the east side was made by Gilberti (Ghiberti) took 27 years to produce since 1425. The ten drawings depict Adam and Eve and themes from the Old Testament. They were praised by Michelangelo as the "Door to Heaven"; the bronze door on the north side was also designed by Ghiberti. Ti's work consists of 28 pictures, with the theme of showing the life of Christ and the deeds of his 12 disciples.

5. Piazzale Michelangelo: The square is located on the other side of the Arno River. The best vantage point overlooking Florence, there is a replica of Michelangelo's David in the center of the square, and behind it is the heart-stoppingly beautiful Romantic church San Miniato

< p>6. Palazzo Vecchio: The interior of this well-defended palace was once the Medici Palace