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Art and Culture Information
Italy has drawn people in search of culture and romance for many centuries. Few countries can compete with its natural beauty and classical origins, its art, architecture, musical and literary traditions; it’s scenery or its food and fine wine.
The arts in Italy have had a long and glorious history and Italians are very proud of this. Given the fact that Italy has more than 100,000 monuments including archaeological sites, cathedrals, churches, houses and statues, all of which have major historical significance, it is not surprising that there is a shortage of funds to keep them in good shape.
A large majority of museums in Italy, particularly those in the South, are closed or partially shut. You may find the odd couple of churches in Venice hidden behind permanent scaffolding or those in Naples closed due to recent earthquake damage.
The performing arts in Italy are also under funded, yet there are some spectacular festivals. Almost every town of any size has its own opera house and La Scala opera house in Milan stages world-class productions.