Located in the Lazio region, of which it is the capital, Rome is the largest city in Italy and also the national capital. It's one of the most famous cities in the world, home to dozens of historical monuments and landmarks like the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, the Colosseum, and St Peter's Basilica.

Rome is located in the central part of Italy near the county's western coast. It covers an area of 469.3 square miles (1,285 square km) and has an estimated population of 2.8 million, with 4.3 million living in the full metropolitan area. Rome is a global city with an exceptionally long and rich history, being the founding location of the Roman Empire. Rome is one of the most-visited touristic cities in the world and is the most popular city in Italy, with many museums, buildings, galleries, and more for visitors to discover.

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