Italy
Italian Republic
People: Italian
Italy is home to more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other country, from Rome's Colosseum to the canals of Venice. Italy is located in Southern Europe and has a population of around 58.9 million. Its capital city is Rome, and the most widely spoken official language is Catalan.
Italy — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Italian Republic |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Rome |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Southern Europe |
| Population | 58,927,633 |
| Area | 301,336 km² |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) € |
| Official Languages | Catalan, Italian |
| Dialling Code | +39 |
| Internet TLD | .it |
| Timezone | UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | IT / ITA |
| Borders | Austria, France, San Marino, Slovenia, Switzerland, Vatican City |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Italy
What is the capital of Italy?
The capital of Italy is Rome.
What currency does Italy use?
Italy uses the Euro (EUR, symbol: €).
What language do they speak in Italy?
The official languages of Italy are Catalan and Italian.
What is the dialling code for Italy?
The international dialling code for Italy is +39.
What side of the road does Italy drive on?
Italy drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Italy
Austria
France
San Marino
Slovenia
Switzerland
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