Italy, a land of saints, heroes, and navigators. A thousand-year-old cradle of civilization whose vestiges have survived intact to the present day.
Among the most striking testimonies are those from the Middle Ages and Christianity.
Every corner of the country reverberates with history, and Italy has the world’s largest cultural heritage. It’s difficult to quantify with a single number, but some estimates can be made: 61 UNESCO World Heritage Sites (the largest number in the world, as of 2025), over 4,800 museums and art galleries, approximately 6,500 archaeological sites, 85,000 protected churches, and 40,000 registered historic homes.
Museums:
There are more than 4,800 museums in Italy, including museums and art galleries, monuments and monumental complexes, archaeological sites, and ecomuseums.
Archaeological Areas:
In addition to the archaeological areas included in UNESCO World Heritage Sites, there are approximately 6,500 archaeological sites throughout Italy.
Historic Buildings:
There are approximately 85,000 protected churches, in addition to approximately 40,000 registered historic homes.
Each stop on any Italian itinerary will touch on some of these magnificent sites.
What better way to improve your Italian and appreciate its historical, artistic, and cultural treasures? An Italian course combined with a specific thematic study program.
Study Italian in Italy 