Italy and Surrounding Regions

Flashcards covering key geographical and historical facts about Italy and surrounding regions.

Dolomites

The most significant mountain range in Italy.

Cortina D'Ampezzo

The most important resort in the Dolomites.

Sicily

An island in Italy, home to the largest volcano in Europe, Mount Etna.

Sardinia

Another significant island in Italy.

Etna

The largest volcano in Europe, located in Sicily.

Bibione

A famous beach known for mass sunbathing.

Rimini

A well-known beach destination in Italy.

Circus Maximus

An ancient Roman chariot racing stadium in Rome.

Colosseum

A large amphitheater in Rome, known for gladiatorial contests.

Fontana di Trevi

A famous fountain in Rome.

Andělský hrad

A historic fortress in Rome, known as the Castel Sant'Angelo.

Španělské schody

The Spanish Steps, a famous architectural feature in Rome.

Fórum románum

The central area of ancient Rome used for public affairs.

Vatican City

The smallest independent state in the world and the residence of the Pope.

Milano

The second most populous city in Italy, known for its fashion industry.

Katedrála svatého Petra

St. Peter's Cathedral, a renowned basilica in Vatican City.

Sixtinská kaple

The Sistine Chapel, famous for its Renaissance art, located in Vatican City.

Katedrála Duomo

Milano's Cathedral, an iconic Gothic architecture monument.

Benátky

A city built on water, known for its canals.

Náměstí svatého Marka

St. Mark's Square, a famous public square in Venice.

Dóžecí palác

The Doge's Palace, the historical seat of the Venetian government.

Florencie

A city known for its Renaissance art and architecture.

Santa Maria del Fiore

The Florence Cathedral, known for its iconic dome.

Socha Davida

A famous statue by Michelangelo located in Florence.

Palác Pazziů

An important Renaissance palace in Florence.

Toskánsko

A region in Italy known for its landscapes, history, and art.

Neapol

The capital of the Campania region in Italy.

Pisa

A city famous for its Leaning Tower.

Pompeje

An ancient city buried under volcanic ash from Mount Vesuvius.

Malta

An island nation in the Mediterranean, member of the EU.

Valeta

The capital city of Malta.

Řecko

A country in Southeast Europe, known for its classical history.

Olympus

The highest mountain in Greece, associated with mythology.

Athény

The capital city of Greece, known for its ancient history.

Akropolis

An ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens.

Partheon

A temple on the Acropolis of Athens, dedicated to the goddess Athena.

Soluň

The second most populous city in Greece.

Maraton

A historic site in Greece, known for the Battle of Marathon.

Termopily

A historical site of the Battle of Thermopylae.

Meteora

Famous for its monasteries built on high rock formations.

Kréta

The largest Greek island, home to the ancient palace of Knossos.

Lesbos

A Greek island in the Aegean Sea.

Zakintos

An island in the Ionian Sea, known for its beaches.

Rhodos

An island in Greece that was home to the Colossus of Rhodes.

Santorini

A popular Greek island known for its white-washed buildings.

Andora

A small principality located in the eastern Pyrenees.

San Marino

A small independent country encircled by Italy.

Džilbarthéne

A fictional small state mentioned in various contexts.