ITALY

TRADICIONAL COSTUMES:
Man: the man uses completely black trousers that will be covered almost to the knees by white
stockings. It is accompanied by a vest, inside a white shirt and a tie of the same color of the belt that
will go in the waist, between the union of the shirt and the trousers. Moccasin-type shoes are also
important in this typical Italian costume.

Woman : the woman's wardrobe shows elegance. has a skirt with pleats that is lifted internally by a
petticoat. The skirt is surrounded by ribbons at the ends and below it, white stockings that cover from
the feet to the knees.
In the upper part, she wears a short sleeved blouse that shrinks at the ends and, above it, a corset
fitted by straps. The shoes are classic loafers.
CULTURE AND TRADITIONS

Italians are noble and warm people, who enjoy both a relaxed atmosphere and colorful festivals
(unique in the world) and that have strong beliefs and values.

Italian festivals

In Venice, one of the most beautiful cities in Italy, during the spring there is a festival of masks called
"the Carnival of Venice" (Carnevale di Venezia), the most important in the country. In it, the people
disguise themselves with typical Victorian costumes made in the smallest detail. In addition, masks of
all kinds are used, from the simplest to the most complex.

During the rest of the year, other festivals are also held, traditional costumes are also used,
traditional dances are practiced and numerous Italian folklore musicians present their live shows.

Typical food of Italy

There are two typical dishes in the country and we know all over the world, pasta and pizza are two
dishes. The Italian territory has a great culinary diversity, each of its regions having its own dish and
that is something that the Italians feel truly proud. Many of the traditional dishes of Italy include
cheese, tomato and red wine, coming mostly from the southern region and especially from the island
of Sicily. Other preparations include olives, spices and olive oil as well as an abundance of fish and
products from the sea, especially sardines, prawns, cod and swordfish
Italians with religion

Italians are very believing people and a large part of their population is characterized by their faith in
God. Many of the traditions and religious festivities of the country have become very popular in
various parts of the world, such as the day of St. Francis of Assisi

ITALIAN MUSIC AND DANCES

The most important musical style in Italy is the opera.

The main festivals of the Opera

 Festival Internazionale di Sarre
 Music Riva Festival
 Ravenna Festival
 Rossini Opera Festival
 Festival of the Lirica di Sanremo
 Festival Dell`Operettathe
Italian popular music is undoubtedly a fundamental part of the country's musical heritage,
and has a great diversity of regional styles, instruments and dances. Also rock'n roll also had
its outbreak in Italy in many genres and ntonces notably influenced the traditional Italian
song.

typical dance is the tarantella. It is a fun dance style that takes place between several couples of
men and women, with the typical costumes and in which all the members of the family participate
Vatican

The Vatican is the most important city for the Catholic religion.
In 1984 it was declared a World Heritage Site.

Its main tourist attractions are: Visit the Basilica, climb to the top of the dome and see the Sistine Chapel
in the Vatican Museum.

BASILICA DI SAN PIETRO

It is the most important and largest basilica in Christianity, as well as the center of the Catholic world.
It can house 60,000 people

PIAZZA DI SAN PIETRO

It is one of the most monumental squares in the world.

DOME
It is the work of Michelangelo, and is one of the most majestic architectural works of all time. You can
climb to the top of the dome. An elevator goes up to the Vatican terrace. From here, an interior staircase
that borders the dome is climbed, so that as you climb, the walls are tilted more and more. From the
top you can admire a wonderful view of the city.
SANTA DOOR
Five bronze doors give access to the interior of the Basilica. The last one on the right is the Holy Door.
This door only opens in the years of jubilee, meaning the forgiveness of those pilgrims who come to
Basilica