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Fun Fact: Almond Tradition At Italian Weddings
During a traditional Italian wedding, it isn’t uncommon for five almonds be given out. They are supposed to symbolize health, happiness, fertility, longevity, and wealth.
Fun Fact: Italy Etymology
Italy’s name comes from the Latin Italia which was the Roman Empire’s name for the Italian peninsula.
Fun Fact: World’s Smallest Country
While many incorrectly consider it part of Italy, Vatican City is an independent state which qualifies it as an actual nation. It’s the smallest nation in the world in both size and population.
Fun Fact: The Romans Never Used Zero in Numerals
Despite being one of most recognizable written mathematical systems, Roman Numerals failed to produce a symbol for “zero”. Though the Romans did have a word for it.
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