Italy: 5 Mind-Blowing Facts You WON’T Believe!
Italy has Europe’s only active stratovolcanoes: Vesuvius, Stromboli, and Etna.
Your American ‘espresso’ is simply called ‘caffè’ in Italy. Don’t ask for a latte!
The first wearable eyeglasses were invented in Italy around the 13th century. Mind blown!
Abruzzo, Italy, boasts a public fountain that dispenses FREE red wine 24/7. Cheers!
Did you know denim, a staple in American fashion, originated in Genoa, Italy? ‘Jeans’ is short for Gênes!
Prepare to see Italy in a whole new light! Which fact surprised you most? Drop a comment! These facts are based on general knowledge and may have specific historical nuances. #ItalyFacts #TravelItaly #HiddenGems #CultureShock #DidYouKnow #EuropeTravel #AmazingFacts
4 Comments
Thought jens/demes were made for gold miners.
Denim is from Nimes in France-de Nimes.
Denim was first made in Niels in France and that’s why they call it denim … de..nnies 🏴🏴🏴
There we go again someone whineing look at me or us made first there just pants