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Background: Italy became a nation-state in 1861 when the city-states of the peninsula, along with Sardinia and Sicily, were united under King Victor EMMANUEL II. An era of parliamentary government came to a close in the early 1920s when Benito MUSSOLINI established a Fascist dictatorship. His disastrous alliance with Nazi Germany led to Italy's defeat in World War II. A democratic republic replaced the monarchy in 1946 and economic revival followed. Italy was a charter member of NATO and the European Economic Community (EEC). It has been at the forefront of European economic and political unification, joining the Economic and Monetary Union in 1999. Persistent problems include illegal immigration, organized crime, corruption, high unemployment, sluggish economic growth, and the low incomes and technical standards of southern Italy compared with the prosperous north.




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Under the Tuscan Sun
10 weeks ago: Andy n Jen published a blog
Under the Tuscan Sun
September 12th 2009  Europe » Italy » Tuscany » Cortona
Zurli Villa was absolutely beautiful. 5 days of nothing to do but just sit back, relax and enjoy the Vino. The Villa was set at the top of a hill surrounded by Vineyards and sunflower fields.. The g ... 20 photos [full story]

12 weeks ago: European Escapades published a blog
Tuscany
September 17th 2009  Europe » Italy » Tuscany » Cortona
Tuscany….ahhhh! Arriving at the Villa was everything I imagined, and more! After entering the large black iron gates and travelling up a tree lined drive-way, there it stood; a most magnifice ... [full story]

12 weeks ago: European Escapades published a blog
Glaway to Pisa
September 17th 2009  Europe » Italy » Tuscany » Cortona
After leaving Galway we travelled to Killarney, via the Cliffs of Moher and Limerick. The cliffs were spectacular, with the craggy rock faces a stark contrast to the brighter than bright lush green g ... [full story]

14 weeks ago: bev barry published a blog
We're Here!
September 6th 2009  Europe » Italy » Tuscany » Cortona
Our first night at the villa---sitting outside by the pool, glass of wine in hand (of course) sampling fresh pecorino cheese and italian bread, with a gentle breeze and the full moon rising. This is ... [full story]


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