Italian History

Italy

• The Civilization of the Renaissance in Italy — This paper gives a detailed timeline and description of the various periods and important events in the history of Italy.
• Windows on Italy: Main Index — This page, provided by the Instituto Geografico De Agostini, offers information on the country, the Constitution, the regions, and the towns in Italy as well as its history from prehistoric to modern times.

Switzerland

• Natural History Museum of Fribourg, Switzerland — This page is offered in English, German, French, and Italian.
• Information about Switzerland — This site includes an interactive map, so all you have to do is click on the canton (region). From there, you have access to a vast array of information on various aspects of Swiss culture and history.
• Historical Details about Switzerland — This information is brought to you from the pages of the 1995 CIA World Factbook.