Culture+and+Values

=Culture and Values =  Soleggiato Mare's culture is relatively similar to that of the United States. Their diet is made up of mostly fruits, and a few vegetables, due to the climate. Because of this they are relatively healthy and the obesity rate is low. Clothing is relatively simple. Shorts are worn almost all year long, because it is almost always sunny due to the location. In addition to shorts, short sleeved shirts are worn year long as well. Many similar brands of clothing are sold and manufactured in Soleggiato Mare. The main transportation is a personal automobile, though many people also ride the bus, or light rail. You may occasionally see a bike, or a motorcycle cruising down the streets. Soleggiato Mare is a relatively new society, so technology plays a key role. Most houses in the middle class or up, have at least 1 computer, and at least 1 TV. Medical care is also positively impacted by the technology, from X-Rays, to Ultrasounds, to Shots.

The people of Soleggiato's greatly value family, friends, religion, and their freedom. Most families eat dinner together, and have something such as "Family Night" or "Game Night." Friends are also a large part of the people's lives. Most of the citizens are friendly to one another, and help each other out if needed. As an example, if a neighbor is out of town, one family will volunteer to watch and protect there house. Any religions are permitted, and most work places are closed in Sundays for service. To try and avoid conflicts with religions, the government discourages judging, and stereotyping based on religion. Freedom is also valued. The people know that not every country is free, and every year on November 7 they celebrate. It is on November 7th, because that is the official date which Soleggiato Mare was signed over and declared free.

The main language is Italian, because the society was originally founded by Italian people.

National Anthem
 media type="file" key="Utopia.mp3" width="240" height="20" The national anthem symbolizes the coastal culture, and peacefulness of Soleggiato Mare. It has an upbeat tempo, but still sounds peaceful. The seagulls at the end symbolize freedom, because seagulls just sail in the wind, and have nothing controlling them.

The original is below (In italian) along with the times they show up in the song
 Soleggiato Mare! (06-09) Soleggiato Mare! (06-09) Noi amiamo il! (10-15) Noi amiamo il! (10-15) Nostre isole casa a molti alberi! (17-20) E le persone sono abbondanti! (17-20) Soleggiato Mare! (21-24) Soleggiato Mare! (21-24) Noi amiamo il! (24-26) Noi amiamo il! (24-26) Nostre isole casa di gioia e amore (26-31) Che cosa vuoi essere? (26-31) **In English:**

Sunny Seas! Sunny Seas! We love the! We love the! Our islands home to many trees! And people are abundant! Sunny Seas! Sunny Seas! We love the! We love the! Our islands home to joy and love Where else would you rather be?