Italy Explained

Why August 15th is a public holiday in Italy

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Why August 15th is a public holiday in Italy

What you need to know about Italy’s free museum Sundays

TOURISM

What you need to know about Italy’s free museum Sundays

Want to see the Colosseum or Michelangelo’s David for free? You can on Italy’s free museum Sundays.

The 7 signs that August has arrived in Italy

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The 7 signs that August has arrived in Italy

13 essential articles you’ll need when moving to Italy

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13 essential articles you’ll need when moving to Italy

OPINION & ANALYSIS

Ferragosto: Why the long August holidays are untouchable for Italians

Ferragosto: Why the long August holidays are untouchable for Italians

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Why are Italians ranked among the ‘unhappiest in Europe’?

Why are Italians ranked among the ‘unhappiest in Europe’?

ITALIAN LANGUAGE

Ten words you need to know for an Italian Christmas

Ten words you need to know for an Italian Christmas

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How Italy came to be Europe’s coffee capital

How Italy came to be Europe’s coffee capital

Reader question: How can I find a good lawyer in Italy?

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Reader question: How can I find a good lawyer in Italy?

What are the rules on tipping in Italy?

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What are the rules on tipping in Italy?

Did Valentine’s Day really originate in Italy?

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Did Valentine’s Day really originate in Italy?

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Five Italian Christmas desserts you should try

Five Italian Christmas desserts you should try