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What is the capital of Italy?

Rome

How was founded Rome?

According to legend, twin brothers named Romulus and Remus founded Rome in 753 bce.

Name a few things that Romans invented/created which we still use today!

Calenders, toilets, newspaper (on stone), letters, book binding, sewers,arch shaped architecture.

Is there a special place for pasta lovers in Rome? What's in this place?

to the Pasta Museum. Different kinds, old machinery, pasta art.

What is so special about the Sistene chapel? Who made the paintings?

Ceiling and the walls covered with Fresco is a way of painting pictures. Made by one man: Michaelangelo,

What is this structure called? What was it used for?

Colosseum – a huge ampitheatre in the centre of Rome. This is where members of the public would come to watch sporting events and games, including battles betwe

Why should a tourist carry an empty bottle to Rome? Is the water safe?

The small fountains with drinkable water are called nasoni ‘the big noses’ because of thei peculiar shape resembling that of a face with a long nose.clean and d

True or False: Roman is called The Queen of Water. If true, explain why.

Rome has over 280 fountains: this is the largest number of public fountains in the world.

Why did Romans build these structures?

To bring water to their cities, Romans built aqueducts – a system of channels and bridges – to transport water for public baths and toilets!.

What is something that the Ancient Romans built that you can still find in Italy?

The Romans built roads and walls. They were amazing architects and engineers. Walls to defend their cities and their military camps.

What are the people of Rome called?

Romans!!

What does the word Naples mean?

It means New City/ New town. It comes from the word Neopolis.

What was this underground city of Naples used for?

Catacombs, rain shelters, store water, take cover from bombs and attacks. Made by slacves with chisels.

What's unique about this Castle? Castle Dell'Ovo.

Virgil put a magical egg into the foundations to support the fortifications. Had this egg been broken, the castle would have been destroyed and a

Which food would you recommend to someone going to Naples? Why?

Neopolitan Margherita/Marinara Pizza!! Naples P is very unique because it is the birthplace of pizza. Stone ovens: wooden burning, high temp, short time.

What advice would you give to a pedestrian in Naples?

The streets in Naples are pretty narrow, The streets of Naples were built in the Middle Ages and are not made for car traffic.

If this mountain is so dangerous, why do the Neopolitans continue to live there?

volcanic soil is fantastic for plant growth! The ash and lava deposits left by the volcano are rich in minerals. Tomatoes & grapes.

Where is this mountain located? What is so unique about it?

Mount Vesuvius is located in Naples. It is the only active volcano in mainland Europe. Locals call it the sleeping giant. It has destroyed Pompeii and Herculum.