RomeforItalyThe capital is also the political, economic, cultural and transportation center of the country. It is a world-famous historical and cultural city and the birthplace of the ancient Roman Empire. It is nicknamed the "Eternal City" because of its long history of building. It is located on seven small hills in the plains of the lower reaches of the Tiber River in the middle and western part of the Italian peninsula. The city center covers an area of more than 1,200 square kilometers. Rome is the center of the Catholic Church in the world, with more than 700 churches and monasteries, 7 Catholic universities,VaticanIt is the residence of the Catholic Pope and the Holy See. Rome andFlorenceIt is also the center of the Italian Renaissance, and it still has a rich Renaissance and Baroque style. In 1980, the historic city of Rome was listed as a world cultural heritage.
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Rome Center
Rome can be divided into several districts. The so-called historical center (Trostorico) Is quite small, only about 4% of the city's area. This is mainly in the area within the Urian wall and is protected by UNESCO. Each district is introduced as follows:
| Modern center Many restaurants, as well as shopping and dining outlets on Via Veneto; home to the Quirinale Palace, Trevi Fountain, Palazzo Barberini, and Castro Pretoria. |
| Ancient rome The medieval and Renaissance center of Rome, with beautiful squares, cathedrals, pantheons, and leisurely dining; including Navona, Campo de Fiori and the Jewish quarter. |
| Holy See(Vatican City) The Pope City country has many good attractions, ruins and museum treasures, making it the smallest country in the world. |
| Colosseum The heart of ancient Rome is home to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trajan's Square, Capitoline Hill and many museums. |
| North Center Located in the north of Rome, there are the Villa Borghese, the Spanish Steps and the elegant neighborhoods of Parioli and Salario. |
| Trastevere Located on the west bank of the Tiber River to the south of the Vatican, this is an important place for Roman artistic life. |
| Afentizhi-Testaccio There are many good restaurants in the local area, and it is worthwhile for tourists to taste the local food. |
| Esquilino-San Giovanni In the south of Termini, there is an indoor market, Vittorio Emanuele Square, and the Basilica of Saint John in Lateran. |
| Namei The local San Lorenzo has a vibrant nightlife. |
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| north The northern suburbs of the city center. |
| south There are the Appian Way, several catacombs, and many fascist monuments in the area. |
| Ostia Rome’s beach resorts and ancient Roman harbour. |
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The official language of Rome is Italian.