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Italy Facts & Information
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| Location
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Southern Europe, a peninsula extending
into the central Mediterranean Sea |
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| Climate
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Mediterranean, Alpine in far north, hot, dry
in south |
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| Terrain
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Mostly rugged and mountainous, some plains,
coastal lowlands |
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| Population
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58,103,033 |
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| Nationality
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Italian |
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| Ethnic groups
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Italians |
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| Religions
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Roman Catholic with mature Protestant and
Jewish communities |
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| Languages
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Italian |
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| Government Type
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Republic |
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| Capital
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Rome |
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| Currency
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Euro (EUR) |
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| Description of Flag
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Three equal vertical bands of green, white,
and red. |
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| Italy Flag
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More Information
 www.cia.gov
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Rome Culture
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Rome is a historical landmark,
a university, the capital of Italy, a major center for fashion,
and home to the leader of Catholic faith. Still, despite the
big city atmosphere, the citizens of Rome follow many of the
tendencies common in smaller Italian towns. For instance, much
of Rome shuts down during the midday siesta, which can be anytime
from 2 to 6 o’clock, depending on the place. During this
time, there is a sense of quietness and calm, even for the businesses
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sense of patience, except when driving, that is most notable in
the care they take while preparing meals that are so characteristically
Italian. Still, as in most big cities, you will see the occasional
American restaurant, such as McDonalds and the Hard Rock Cafe. In
addition, you will notice that many people speak some English, as
Rome has always been a hub for tourism. Modern day Romans live in
a world surrounded by the past and yet continually advancing. They
proudly carry a very bright torch that has been passed down from gods,
kings, and emperors.
More Information
www.state.gov
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Rome Shopping
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If you are going to shop in
Rome, go designer. Almost every single major designer is represented
in this posh city. The streets around the famed Spanish Steps
feature wall-to-wall high-end names. Walking along these vias,
you will come across Christian Dior, Prada, Armani, and Gucci,
among others.
While such stores are tempting, do not spend
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all of your money in one place! On weekend mornings, there are
often markets set up in various Piazzas. There you will find a range
of items, from antiques to jewelry to candles. The street vendors
are friendly, especially to inquisitive tourists who are looking
for souvenirs! The street markets create a sense of quaintness in
this overpowering city.
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| Rome Restaurants |
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Read reviews for some of the best
restaurants in Rome. You'll find the perfect restaurant for your
vacation here. Choose a restaurant by cuisine type or visitor rating. |
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| Name |
Address |
Phone |
Cuisine |
| The Hassler Rooftop |
Piazza della Trinit? dei Monti 6 |
06-699340 |
International |
| Reef |
Piazza Augusto Imperatore 42-48 |
06-68301430 |
Mediterranean |
| Il Dito e La Luna |
Via dei Sabelli 49-51 |
06-4940726 |
Italian |
| Trimani Wine Bar |
Via Cernaia 37B |
06-4469630 |
Continental |
| Osteria del Gallo |
Vicolo di Montevecchio 27 |
06-6873781 |
Italian |
| La Rosetta |
Via della Rosetta 8/9 |
06-6861002 |
Seafood |
| Al Ceppo |
Via Panama 2 |
06-8419696 |
Italian |
| Colline Emiliane |
Via Avignonesi 22 |
06-4817538 |
Italian |
| Il Bacaro |
Via degli Spagnoli 27 |
06-6864110 |
Italian |
| Antico Arco |
Piazzale Aurelio 7 |
06-5815274 |
Italian |
| Alberto Ciarla |
Piazza San Cosimato 40 |
06-5818668 |
Seafood |
| Ristorante del Pallaro |
Largo del Pallaro 15 |
06-68801488 |
Italian |
| Hostaria Nerone |
Via Terme di Tito 96 |
06-4817952 |
Italian |
| La Terrazza |
Via Ludovisi 49 |
06-478121 |
Italian |
| Sabatini |
Sabatini |
06-5812026 |
Italian |
| El Toul |
Via della Lupa 29B |
06-6873498 |
Italian |
| Cafe Romano |
Via Borgognona 4 |
06-69981500 |
International |
| La Pergola |
Via Cadlolo 101 |
06-3509221 |
Mediterranean |
| Les Etoiles |
Via Vitelleschi 34 |
06-6873233 |
Mediterranean |
| Arancia Blu |
Via dei Latini 55-65 |
06-4454105 |
Italian |
| IL Drappo |
Vicolo del Malpasso 9 |
06-6877365 |
Italian |
| Piperno |
Via Monte de'Cenci 9 |
06-68806629 |
Italian |
| Sapori del Lord Byron |
Via G. de Notaris 5 |
06-3613041 |
Italian |
| Agata e Romeo |
Via Carlo Alberto 45 |
06-4466115 |
Italian |
| Quinzi & Gabrileli |
Via delle Coppelle 5-6 |
06-6879389 |
Seafood |
| Ristorante Il Matriciano |
Via dei Gracchi 55 |
06-3212327 |
Italian |
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Rome Travel Guides
Frommer's Rome
Lonely Planet Rome
Let's Go Rome
Fodors Rome
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