Which country is shaped like a boot?
Italy’s distinctive boot shape has been famous for centuries, but did you know it’s also kicking Sicily? The “heel” is the Salento Peninsula, known for its stunning beaches, while the “spur” is the Gargano Peninsula, home to forests and ancient towns. Even ancient Romans saw the resemblance, referring to Italy’s landmass as “Oenotria,” meaning “land of wine”.
Italy's boot shape has inspired countless nicknames and references in art and literature, symbolizing its distinct identity and cultural influence in Europe and beyond.
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6 Comments
Wayne Jines
Put it with Michigan and you have a mitten too!
Nickey Welsh
Of course. Long legged Italy kicking little Sicily into the mediteranian sea.
billyboy915
Stephen W. Gerrard,
Quizzclub must play along, answering incorrectly to make us think the question is more difficult than it actually is.
Stephen W. Gerrard
billyboy915, my thoughts exactly. But, 6% did not know this!
Jas Newman
Congratulations on the non sequitur of the day — (Even ancient Romans saw the resemblance, referring to Italy’s landmass as “Oenotria,” meaning “land of wine”)
billyboy915
Every grade school kid knows this one!
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