Five times Italy in the world

The name Little Italy it is used to indicate a neighborhood of migrants, a district or a hamlet in a city with a large Italian population. In these areas, Italian culture is evident in the street scene: one thinks of restaurants, shops, art and the use of the Italian language. This article describes five of these Italian neighborhoods around the world.

Little Italy, Australia
In 2004, Melbourne was named the sister city of Milan. Melbourne's Little Italy is located on Lygon Street in the suburb of Carlton and is also known as the “Italian Precinct”. Lygon Street is home to a large concentration of Italian restaurants and is the birthplace of "coffee culture", since Italian immigrants introduced the espresso machine to Australia in the 50s. Furthermore, the first Australian pizzeria was founded here. Melbourne's Little Italy is also home to the annual Lygon Street Party, one of Australia's largest open-air street festivals.

To visit Melbourne's Little Italy or discover other parts of Australia you need a visa Australia . The Australia tourist visa (eVisitor Australia) is valid for one year and can easily be applied for online.

Little Italy, Canada
After the First World War, about 40.000 Italians immigrated to Canada, mainly from southern Italy, where many families lived in poverty due to the economic depression. At the beginning of the twentieth century, a large number of Italians arrived, especially in Toronto. In addition to Toronto's Little Italy, there are several neighborhoods considered Little Italy in Canada.

Although the area today also has a significant Latin American and Portuguese community, the atmosphere of Toronto's Little Italy is still very Italian. The lively neighborhood is filled with trattorias known for casual and family cuisine, restaurants, cafes and some of the best bars in town. A tourist attraction in the area is theItalian Walk of Fame, where there are granite and copper stars on the pavement with the names of notable Italian-Canadians. The neighborhood also hosts the annual Taste of Little Italy, with classic Italian food, wine and shows. In addition to Toronto's Little Italy, Montreal also has a Little Italy, also called “Petite Italie” in French. Here too there are many Italian restaurants and shops. 

To pay a visit to Toronto's Little Italy, you need aCanada eTA. The eTA Canada is valid for five years from issue and allows you to stay in Canada for up to six consecutive months at a time. 

Little Italy, USA
Also in the United States of America there are several Little Italys. The most famous Little Italy in the USA is a neighborhood located in the southern part of the borough of Manhattan in New York. In 1980, large numbers of immigrants from Naples and Sicily arrived in the area. Manhattan's Little Italy, with its romantic old New York atmosphere and authentic and irresistible Italian restaurants, is world famous. During a visit to this neighborhood, a visit to the Little Italy Street Project, where you can admire a series of impressive murals. Another recommended activity is a historical walking tour to learn more about the history of the neighborhood and its immigrants or a visit to theItalian American Museum, whose collection is dedicated to the history of Italian Americans. There Feast of San Gennaro is a large street fair on Mulberry Street, between Houston Street and Canal Street, which lasts 11 days and takes place every September.

A travel authorization is also required to visit one of the Little Italys in the USA, namely theAbout the ESTA. The ESTA is valid for two years. Each stay in the USA can last up to 90 consecutive days.

Little Italy, Argentina

At the end of the XNUMXth century, many Italian immigrants, especially from Genoa, settled in La Boca, a picturesque neighborhood in the Argentine capital Buenos Aires, and left an indelible mark. So many Italians lived here that a unique local dialect was born: the colic, a mixture of Italian and Spanish. 

A visa is not required for a visit to Argentina.

Little Italy, Kenya
Malindi, a coastal city on the Indian Ocean founded in the 120th century, is located 60 kilometers northeast of Mombasa and has been known as "Little Italy" since the late 60s. Italian is the lingua franca of the city. In the XNUMXs, the Broglio Space Center, managed by Italy. The first Italians to move to this city were engineers and scientists. This number grew rapidly when it became known that Malindi boasts miles of pristine beaches, an abundance of seafood and hospitable inhabitants. 

Many Italian immigrants have left the city, but it is still a wonderful place to relax. As with the rest of the Kenyan coast, here you will find idyllic tropical beaches, luxury resorts and quiet places to relax. For a trip to Kenya you need a Kenya visa which is valid for three months, during which you can stay in Kenya for up to 90 days.