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Places in News: Italy
Context:
On June 14, 2024, the Indian Prime Minister attended the G7 summit in Italy’s Apulia region and held bilateral meetings with world leaders such as the British Prime Minister, French President, and Pope Francis
More on News:
- At the G-7 Summit, the Prime Minister called for ending technology monopolies and promoting creativity for an inclusive society.
- Invited leaders from 11 developing countries in Africa, South America, and the Indo-Pacific region to attend the G7 Summit, alongside India.
About Italy:
- Official Name: Italian Republic
- Capital: Rome
- Official Language: Italian
- Currency: Euro (€)
- Location: Southern Europe, bordered by France, Switzerland, Austria, Slovenia, and the Mediterranean Sea.
- Geography: Shaped like a boot, Islands like Sicily and Sardinia are also part of the country.
- Major Mountain Ranges: Alps, Apennines.
- Major Rivers: Po, Adige, Arno, Tiber.
- Major Cities: Rome, Milan, Naples, Turin, Venice, Florence.
- Historical and Cultural Significance
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- Birthplace of the Roman Empire, a major center of ancient civilisation.
- Renaissance: It was the cradle of the Renaissance, with cities such as Florence being cultural and artistic centres.
- Climate: Temperate Mediterranean.
- Economy: Developed, high-income.
- Industries: Known for automotive (Fiat, Ferrari), fashion (Gucci, Prada), and food (olive oil, wine, cheese).
- Tourism: One of the world’s top tourist destinations, famous for its art, history, cuisine, and landscapes.
- Culture and Society
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- Art and Architecture: Home to artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and architects like Palladio.
- Cuisine: Renowned worldwide, featuring dishes like pasta, pizza, risotto, and regional specialties.
- Fashion: Milan is one of the world’s fashion capitals, hosting major events like Milan Fashion Week.
- Key Landmarks
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- Colosseum: Ancient amphitheater in Rome.
- Leaning Tower of Pisa: Iconic tilted bell tower.
- Vatican City: Independent city-state, headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church.
- Sports: Football (soccer) is highly popular but other sports include basketball, volleyball, tennis, and cycling.
- Italy has won the FIFA World Cup four times.
- Language: UNESCO reports 30 dialects and minority languages spoken in Italy, ranging from Venetian in the northeast to Tuscan, Ligurian, and Sicilian in the center.