What is the highest mountain in the Alps?
Mont Blanc, on the border of France and Italy, is the highest mountain in the Alps at about 4,806 meters. Its exact height changes slightly with its ice cap.
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Which country has the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites?
Italy has more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other country, with more than 60 sites.
Which independent countries are located inside Italy?
Two independent countries sit completely inside Italy: Vatican City, the smallest country in the world, and San Marino.
How many people could the Roman Colosseum hold?
The Colosseum in Rome was completed in 80 CE and could hold an estimated 50,000 spectators for gladiator fights and public events.
How did pizza Margherita get its name?
According to popular legend, pizza Margherita was named for Queen Margherita of Italy after a Naples pizza maker served it to her in 1889. Its toppings match the colors of the Italian flag.
Why does the Leaning Tower of Pisa lean?
The Leaning Tower of Pisa started tilting during construction in the late 1100s because it was built on soft, unstable soil.
What is the city of Venice built on?
Venice, Italy, is built on 118 small islands in a lagoon, connected by more than 400 bridges and a network of canals.
What is the tallest active volcano in Europe?
Mount Etna in Sicily is the tallest active volcano in Europe and one of the most active volcanoes in the world.
When did Italy become a unified country?
Italy did not become a single unified country until 1861. Before that it was a patchwork of separate kingdoms and states.
Where did the Renaissance begin?
The Renaissance began in Florence, Italy, in the 1300s, fueled by wealthy patrons like the Medici family.
Who discovered the four largest moons of Jupiter?
Italian scientist Galileo Galilei discovered Jupiter's four largest moons in 1610 using a telescope he improved himself.