Cultural differences are evident in many areas of a society - lifestyle, values, ways of socializing. Sex and the way it is experienced can also be indicative of these differences.
Differences in the way in which sex is thought of are evident on a national as well as an international scale. So while, of course, it is not possible to say that all Italians think the same way about sex, it is possible to outline some of the generalities about how sex is seen by individuals and in Italian society.
After several years of accusations against the honesty of the State capital, famously christened Roma ladrona, 'Rome the thief', by some of its leaders, the Lega Nord finally showed its true colors in what can only be considered Italy's own Legagate.
Those who still believed in the party's integrity and honesty were bitterly disappointed when it emerged some members of the Lega Nord embezzled party funds.
On May 2nd 2002, the euro became official currency of the EU and, as a consequence, in Italy, too.
New currency meant citizens had to get acquainted not only with the value of notes and coins, but also with the way they looked and felt, becoming very aware of the issue of forged money. In fact, if at the beginning the phenomenon of counterfeit notes was not particularly common, it is today widespread all over Europe.
The Italian Way of Speaking: Communication through Gestures
Every country has habits and distinct cultural elements that make it unique. It is these features that become a way to identify and differentiate cultures. Where Italy is concerned, cultural behavior varies based on territory. Italians are quite famous for being effusive talkers that use hand gestures to underline most statements, but even these can change depending on which part of the country we are in: accent, tone of voice and gestures can all vary depending on which part of Italy you're visiting.
After the sinking of the Costa Concordia, the images of this episode of Italian marine tragedy are now broadcast everywhere in the world.
Again Italy hits the headlines with a negative rebound on its image. The title of "Captain coward" is repeated from one corner of the world to the other, affecting negatively the idea of how Italians really are.
However, the figure of Francesco Schettino, who showed fear and selfishness in abandoning its vessel, is sharply in contrast with that of another face of Italy: the resolute captain De Falco.
