Famous Landmarks in Italy

Trevi Fountain

Even if you didnt know its name, you are probably familiar with this famous fountain that
visitors throw coins in to ensure that they will return to Rome. That fountain is called the
Fontana di Trevi or the Trevi Fountain. This stunning beauty is truly a work of art and is the
largest Baroque fountain in Rome. The Trevi Fountain consists of a facade and a sea reef
created from travertine as well as gorgeous statues carved from Carrara marble. At the
fountains center is a large statue of Neptune. Below him are two Tritons leading two sea
horses, one wild and one tame, which are meant to reflect the two moods of the sea. This
stunning fountain has been featured in several movies, including La Dolce Vita and Roman
Holiday.
Rialto Bridge

The Rialto Bridge is, arguably, the most famous of Venices many stunning bridges. This
beautiful arched stone bridge was built between 1588 and 1591 and spans the Grand Canal.
The Rialto Bridge boasts three walkways. The central walkway is wide and lined with shops,
while the two others are much narrower and look out over the water. Many visitors flock to
this area to take pictures of this beautiful bridge and to also shoot photos of the Grand
Canal and the gondolas from the Rialto.
Colosseum

The Colosseum is located in the center of Rome, and it is one of Italys most iconic sites.
Construction on this impressive building began in 72 AD, and during its heyday, this grand
stone amphitheater could seat more than 50,000 spectators and was the site of brutal
gladiator battles, chariot races, fights between wild animals as well as humans battling with
beasts. The Colosseum was also designed to be watertight so that mock navy battles could
be fought in the arena. Although only two-thirds of the original structure remains, it is still a
very interesting and impressive place to visit, especially if you have an interest in gladiators.
Tower of Pisa

This famous leaning tower can be found in Pisa, a seaside town located in Tuscany. The
tower is part of cathedral complex known as Campo dei Miracoli. This world-famous tower,
which is more than 180 feet tall, is actually the freestanding bell tower for the cathedral. It
began leaning during its construction because the soil underneath it had shifted. For a
while, it was feared that the structure was going to collapse, but work was done on it to
stabilize it. And in 2010, the building was reopened to visitors after it was deemed strong
enough to handle the traffic
FAMOUS FOOD

LASAGNE

Believed to have originated from the city of Naples, this well-loved and yet another classic
Italian dish is made by baking sheets of lasagne pasta layered with cheese, ground meat,
vegetables and different varieties of sauces, such as the rag, bechamel or tomato sauce.
This dish should definitely not be missed out on if you want to have a taste of true Italian
cuisine.

Gelato
A visit to Italy is not complete without having at least a serving of smooth, creamy gelato.
Torrone

Creamy and sticky, the Torrone is made with ingredients such as honey, egg whites, toasted
nuts and citrus zest. Thick slabs of this candy are commonly found in cafes and candy stores
throughout Italy.

Tiramisu

Light and creamy, the tiramisu is a well-known dessert sought-after by locals and travellers
alike. Ingredients such as ladyfingers, coffee, eggs, sugar, cocoa and mascarpone cheese
required in the preparation of this sweet treat.
CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS

LEONARDO DA VINCI
GALILEO GALILEI

ANDREA BOCELLI
Green stands for prosperity
White represents peace
Red symbolizes sacrifice

The flag of Italy (bandiera d'Italia) is a tricolor flag - three equal vertical bands of green
(hoist side), white, and red. The design, a vertical tricolor, was inspired by the French flag
brought to Italy by Napoleon. The first state to use the Italian tricolor was the Cispadane
Republic in 1797, which supplanted Milan after Napoleon's victorious army reached Italy in
1796. The colors of the flag were derived from the flag of Milan (red and white) and the
uniform of the civic guard of Milan (green)

Population: 61.6 million people live in Italy (2016)

Capital: Roma (Rome), which is often called 'Eternal City', with 2.6 mio inhabitants and
Italys biggest city.
Name: Repubblica Italiana (Italian Republic) or simply: Italia, Nickname: 'Bel Paese' which
means beautiful country
Government: Democracy, Republic
Language: Italian as well as German, French and Ladin in some regions in Northern Italy.
Literacy: More than 98% can read and write.
Religion: mainly Christians (Roman Catholics 90%)
Currency: 1 Euro=100 cents, before 2001 Italian Lira
History: The country has a long history, as Rome its capital city today was founded in
753BC. After the Roman Empire broke down in 395AD, there were many separate kingdoms
and city states. However, Italy became one nation only in 1861 and since then includes the
islands of Sicily and Sardegna. It was a kingdom until 1946 after the second World War,
where Italy sided with the German Nazis. Italy is founding member of the European Union
(EU) and the NATO.
English italiano (Italian)

Benvenuto (sg>m)
Benvenuti (pl>m)
Welcome
Benvenuta (sg>f)
Benvenute (pl>f)

Ciao
Hello (General greeting)
Salve

Hello (on phone) Pronto?

Come va?
How are you? Come stai? (inf)
Come sta? (frm)

Bene grazie. E tu? (inf)

Reply to 'How are you?'
Bene grazie. E lei? (frm)

Long time no see Quanto tempo!

Come ti chiami? (inf)

What's your name?
Come si chiama? (frm)

My name is ... Mi chiamo ...

Da dove vieni?
Di dove sei? (inf)
Where are you from?
Da dove viene?
Di dov'? (frm)

Vengo da ...
I'm from ...
Sono di ...

Piacere
Pleased to meet you Piacere di conoscerti (inf)
Piacere di conoscerla (frm)

Good morning
Buongiorno
(Morning greeting)

Good afternoon Buongiorno

(Afternoon greeting) Buon pomeriggio

Good evening
Buonasera
(Evening greeting)

Good night Buonanotte

Goodbye Ciao
(Parting phrases) Ci vediamo
Arrivederci
Arrivederla (frm)

Buona fortuna!
Good luck!
In bocca al lupo!

Cheers! Good Health! Salute!

(Toasts used when drinking) Cin cin!

Have a nice day Buona giornata!

Bon appetit /
Buon appetito!
Have a nice meal

Bon voyage /
Buon viaggio!
Have a good journey

I understand Capisco

Non capisco
I don't understand
Non ho capito

Yes S

No No

Forse
Maybe
Magari

I don't know Non lo so

Please speak more slowly Pu parlare pi lentamente?

Potresti ripetere per favore? (inf)

Please say that again
Potrebbe ripeterlo per favore? (frm)

Pu scriverlo, per favore? (frm)

Please write it down
Puoi scriverlo, per favore? (inf)

Parli inglese? (inf)

Do you speak English?
Parla inglese? (frm)

Parli italiano? (inf)

Do you speak Italian?
Parla italiano? (frm)

Yes, a little
S, un poco
(reply to 'Do you speak ...?')

Speak to me in Italian Parla italiano con me

 Potete parlarmi in italiano

How do you say ... in Italian? Come si dice ... in italiano?

Permesso (let me through)

Scusa! (inf)
Excuse me Scusami! (inf)
Scusi! (frm)
Mi scusi! (frm) - pardon

How much is this? Quanto costa?

Scusa! (inf)
Sorry Scusi! (frm)
Mi dispiace

Please Per favore

Grazie
Thank you Molte grazie
Grazie mille

Reply to thank you Prego

Dov' la toilette?
Where's the toilet?
Dov' il bagno?

This gentleman will pay for everything Pagher tutto questo signore

This lady will pay for everything Pagher tutto questa signora

Vuole ballare con me? (frm)

Would you like to dance with me? Vuoi ballare con me? (inf)
Balliamo? (inf)

Ci vieni spesso qui?

Do you come here often?
Vieni qui spesso?

Mi manchi (>sg)
I miss you
Mi mancate (>pl)

I love you Ti amo

Guarisci presto!
Get well soon
Auguri di pronta guarigione!