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The Romans may have conquered the Etruscans territorially and politically, however, I surmise that the long-lasting cultural legacy of the Etruscans
has left more impact. My theory is part based on the fact that the Etruscans taught the Romans how to be decadent. Still across the Etruscan territory there is magic in the
air and feeling of their passion for life and landscape, spanning from Venetia to near Rome. As a civilisation their outlook was extremely modern. Sexes were viewed as equal
and gender fluidity was accepted as part of a normal and happy functioning society. The main drives were how to live life to the full and to embrace sensual pleasures, from
celebrating communally with good food and fine wine, elaborate feasts with dancing, to adorning themselves with exquisite clothes and jewellery. All manner of finery was
woven into societal customs and the fabric of everyday life. Elegance emanated from every action, including the Tuscan landscape carefully planned and shaped by human
hand, which we still enjoy to this day and is loved worldwide.
