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Spotlight on Italy
Italy is a feast for the senses, wherever your travels take you. Explore the highlights of the north and south with a cultural heritage that spans centuries. But Italy is more than its past. It's also a vibrant modern economy, a key...
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Italy Geography
Most schoolchildren can find Italy on a map—it’s the “boot” that’s kicking an island into the middle of the Mediterranean Sea. The island is, of course, Sicily, and the boot is Italy’s mainland. Without a doubt, Italy’s complex natural...
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Introduction to Naples
Located on a lovely bay named after the city, Naples is the regional capital of Campania and the third-largest city in Italy after Rome and Milan. The city has the stunning backdrop of Mount Vesuvius, the still-active volcano that...
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Naples, Italy: A Complete Guide to the City of Pizza and History
Welcome to "Naples, Italy: A Complete Guide to the City of Pizza and History"
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Mount Vesuvius: Past and Present Eruptions
Mount Vesuvius is most famous for its eruption in 79 A.D., which buried the city of Pompeii in volcanic ash, preserving it for centuries. It's a powerful volcano in Italy that is still active and being closely watched by scientists....
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Naples: A Journey Through History and Culture
Uncovering Naples' Hidden Secrets:Our journey concludes with a visit to Naples, where we delve into the mysterious catacombs hidden beneath the city's streets. These underground passageways hold echoes of the past, offering a glimpse...
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Unveiling the Secrets of Naples, A Journey Through the Bourbon Tunnel
Explore the hidden depths of Naples in the Bourbon Tunnel, a historical underground passage that tells the rich and layered history of the city from royal escapes to wartime shelters.
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Exploring the Delightful World of Italian Cuisine
Explore the delicious and diverse world of Italian cuisine, from the iconic pizzas of Naples to the rich and comforting pasta dishes enjoyed across the country. Discover the art of traditional recipes made with fresh, seasonal...
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Italy
This clip looks at the physical features, history, climate and culture of Italy
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Italy, Pompeii - Roman Basilica
Researchers believe that the town was founded in the 7th or 6th century BC by the Osci or Oscans. It came under the domination of Rome in the 4th century BC, and was conquered and became a Roman colony in 80 BC after it joined an...
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Italy, Pompeii - Roman Stabian baths
Researchers believe that the town was founded in the 7th or 6th century BC by the Osci or Oscans. It came under the domination of Rome in the 4th century BC, and was conquered and became a Roman colony in 80 BC after it joined an...
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Italy, Pompeii - Roman Municipal offices
Researchers believe that the town was founded in the 7th or 6th century BC by the Osci or Oscans. It came under the domination of Rome in the 4th century BC, and was conquered and became a Roman colony in 80 BC after it joined an...
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Italy, Pompeii - Roman Necropolis of Ercolano gate
Researchers believe that the town was founded in the 7th or 6th century BC by the Osci or Oscans. It came under the domination of Rome in the 4th century BC, and was conquered and became a Roman colony in 80 BC after it joined an...
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Italy, Pompeii - Roman building of Eumachia
Researchers believe that the town was founded in the 7th or 6th century BC by the Osci or Oscans. It came under the domination of Rome in the 4th century BC, and was conquered and became a Roman colony in 80 BC after it joined an...
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Italy, Pompeii the buried city
Researchers believe that the town was founded in the 7th or 6th century BC by the Osci or Oscans. It came under the domination of Rome in the 4th century BC, and was conquered and became a Roman colony in 80 BC after it joined an...
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Italy, Oplontis (Poppaea) Roman Villa
The Villa of Poppaea was first discovered in the eighteenth century during the construction of the Sarno Canal which cut through the central hall of the villa. Between 1839 and 1840 explorations of the site were undertaken by Bourbon...
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Italy, Pompeii - Roman Necropolis of Nocera gate
Researchers believe that the town was founded in the 7th or 6th century BC by the Osci or Oscans. It came under the domination of Rome in the 4th century BC, and was conquered and became a Roman colony in 80 BC after it joined an...
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Face Blindness study sheds light on typical brain function - Science Nation
Behavioral and brain imaging data reveal new details about how facial recognition works in the brain
Description: People with acquired prosopagnosia recognize few faces, a condition known also as "face blindness."...
Description: People with acquired prosopagnosia recognize few faces, a condition known also as "face blindness."...
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Italy, Pompeii - Temple of Jupiter
Researchers believe that the town was founded in the 7th or 6th century BC by the Osci or Oscans. It came under the domination of Rome in the 4th century BC, and was conquered and became a Roman colony in 80 BC after it joined an...
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Italy, Pompeii - Temple of Apollo
Researchers believe that the town was founded in the 7th or 6th century BC by the Osci or Oscans. It came under the domination of Rome in the 4th century BC, and was conquered and became a Roman colony in 80 BC after it joined an...
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Italy, Pompeii - Roman Brothel (Lupanar)
Researchers believe that the town was founded in the 7th or 6th century BC by the Osci or Oscans. It came under the domination of Rome in the 4th century BC, and was conquered and became a Roman colony in 80 BC after it joined an...
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Italy, Pompeii - Temple of Vespasian
Researchers believe that the town was founded in the 7th or 6th century BC by the Osci or Oscans. It came under the domination of Rome in the 4th century BC, and was conquered and became a Roman colony in 80 BC after it joined an...
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Italy, Pompeii - Temple of Isis
The Temple of Isis is a Roman temple dedicated to the Egyptian goddess Isis. This small and almost intact temple was among one of the first discoveries during the excavation of Pompeii in 1764. Its role as a Hellenized Egyptian temple in...