Title of the text: Italian Culture: Facts, Customs and Traditions
Author/s: Kim Ann Zimmermann
Title of the journal/ publication: Live Science
Main Idea: Italy is the Home of Roman Empire and a major center of Renaissance.
Evidence/s that support the main idea: Italy has given rise to a number of architectural styles, including Classical Roman, Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassical. Italy is home to some of the most famous structures in the world, including the Colosseum and the Leaning Tower of Pisa.