A trip to the boot
(Italian peninsula)
A regional map
The Italian peninsula is also known as "Lo Stivale" (The Boot) because of its appearance on the map.
List of its countries
Italian republic
Vatican City
San Marino
Land forms in Italy
Italy has a few mountains and many volcanoes (Volcanic Islands)
There are a few rivers in Italy that drain out into the Adriatic Sea, Black Sea, Tyrrhenian Sea, or the North Sea.
Ischia Island
A volcanic island, the largest of the Phlegrean Islands.
Mont Blanc
The highest mountain in the Alps and highest peak in Europe.
Arno river
The Arno River is a major river that runs through Italy and was an important river that delivered shipments and soldiers.
Popular food(s)
Strudel
a layered pastry with a filling that is usually sweet
Pizza
Good old pizza... a flat, round base Italian dish of dough baked with a topping of tomato sauce and cheese. Meat and vegetables are added depending on the person's taste.