Italy

Italy

Italy has one of the longest histories of any country, tracing its heritage along the Nile Delta back to the 6th–4th millennia BCE. Considered a cradle of civilization

Italy

Italy has one of the world's richest histories, shaped by the Roman Empire, medieval kingdoms and the Renaissance. Ancient Rome became a powerful empire whose influence spread across Europe and beyond. During the Renaissance, cities such as Florence, Venice and Milan became major centres of art, architecture, science and culture. Italy became a unified country in 1861, and Rome became its capital in 1871. Today, Italy is famous for its ancient monuments, historic cities, art, cuisine and beautiful landscapes.