Campania, Italy
The region is in the southern parts of Italy. It covers an area of 13,590 km², borders Mediterranean sea to the west, and located in the renowned Italian peninsula.
Arts
- The region is rich in artistic works
- Arts Christian-themed to demonstrate the aspects of religions embraced
- Arts range from ancient frescoes to modern compositions (Domenico 53)
- Pompei, Ercolano, Oplonti and Castellammare retain the ancient Italian cultures
- Ancient settlers left artistic temples, art-adorned burial chambers, palaces (some now underwater), and exceptional art collections
Campania is loaded with a gigantic array of art, culture, as well as history. Most of the arts are Christian-themed to demonstrate the aspects of religion embraced in the region. This is mostly evident in Napoli. In Campania, arts range from ancient frescoes to modern compositions established by emerging artists. Areas like Pompei, Ercolano, Oplonti and Castellammare are known to retain the ancient Italian cultures in the realms of arts (Domenico 53). The region has a lot of ancient monuments. In this context, most towns in the region tend to showcase different artworks of the ancient past. Additionally, the ancient settlers left artistic temples, art-adorned burial chambers, palaces (some now underwater), and exceptional art collections. Renowned painters like Giacinto Gigante and Federico Cortese made remarkable contributions in the Campania’s history. Naples is rich in historical wells, caves, and aqueducts, which are dominant in the concerned artistic cultures.
Music
- Significant in the cultural aspects of Campania
- Traditional compositions are evident in Campania
- There are particular musical tunes for special occasions
- Towns host yearly music festivals including Ravello and Ceppaloni
- Rossini (a musician) lived in Naples for many years
- Wrote numerous musical compositions for the people of his era.
- Campania enjoys a musical culture with distinctive values
Music is significant in the cultural aspects of Campania. Although the region is associated with classical music, various elements of traditional compositions are evident in Campania. Napoletano songs and singers including Pino Daniele and Gigi D’Alessio have been associated with the musical cultures of the region. There are particular musical tunes for special occasions. Cilentano music is embraced in Campania mostly during local town festivals. During this time, the majority sing traditional songs. Additionally, many towns host yearly music festivals including Ravello and Ceppaloni. Rossini (an ancient musician) lived in Naples for many years. Actually, he wrote numerous musical compositions for the people of his time. The region has a considerable musical culture with distinctive values.
Family and Food
- Family and food are fundamental in the region
- People live in families and eat together
- Eating valued in Campania with fresh produces, cheese, and meats consumed by most families (TripAdvisor LLC 1).
- Meals are fashioned into total feasts
- Espresso coffee and wines equally consumed
- Padre Pio’s (a saint) pictures religiously significant
Family and food are paramount in Campania. People prefer living in families and eating together. The familial bonds in this region are strong. Communities are able to trace their lineage with precision. Eating is valued in Campania with fresh produces, cheese, and meats consumed by most families (TripAdvisor LLC). Frequently, meals are fashioned into total feasts. Additionally, strong espresso coffee and wines are considerable beverages in Naples. In Campania, it is traditionally enjoyable to have well-prepared fresh food, high-quality wine, and a strong coffee with family and friends together. Most shops and family businesses put up pictures of Padre Pio (a priest). Padre Pio was born and raised in Campania (Benevento province). He became a saint at last.
Sports
- The region embraces different sports
- Known for its football teams, boat rowing, water polo, basketball, and tennis among others (MobileReference 6).
- “Fencing School” in Naples produces “Masters of Swords“
- Diversity in sports and exemplary performances are critical provisions in the region
The region embraces different sports. It is known (throughout Italy) for its football teams, boat rowing, water polo, basketball, and tennis among others. For instance, the “fencing school” in Naples is known to produce “masters of swords”. The diversity in sports and exemplary performances in international tournaments are critical provisions in the region. In fact, Campania has been producing several champions in sports (MobileReference 6).
Works Cited
Domenico, Roy . The Regions of Italy: A Reference Guide to History and Culture. Westport, CT: Greenwood, 2002. Print.
Google Images. Campania flag. 2012. Web.
Google Maps. Campania, Italy. 2012. Web.
MobileReference. Travel Campania, Italy: Naples, Capri, Pompeii and Amalfi Coast. Boston, MA: MobileReference.com, 2010. Print.
TripAdvisor LLC. Campania: Culture. 2012. Web.