Italy - Rome
History
Rome, Italy is one of the oldest cities in the world, with a history that dates back to the 8th century BC. It was founded by the legendary Romulus and Remus, twin sons of the god Mars, and has been the capital of Italy since Throughout its long history, Rome has been a major cultural, political, and religious center, and has been home to some of the world’s most influential people.
Geography
Rome is the capital of Italy and is located in the central-western portion of the Italian Peninsula, within Lazio (Latium), on the Tiber River. Rome is the largest city in Italy and the fourth-most populous city in the European Union. It is the center of the Metropolitan City of Rome, which has a population of 3 million residents. Rome is located in the central-western portion of the Italian Peninsula, within Lazio (Latium), on the Tiber River.