Italy, a European country with a long Mediterranean coastline, has left
a powerful mark on Western culture and cuisine. Its capital, Rome, is home to
the Vatican as well as landmark art and ancient ruins. Other major cities
include Florence, with Renaissance masterpieces such as Michelangelo’s
"David" and Brunelleschi's Duomo; Venice, the city of canals; and
Milan, Italy’s fashion capital.
Capital : Rome
Population: 60.48 million
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Local Time: GMT + 1
Telephone Code: + 39
Electricity: 230 volts at 50 Hz AC. Round two-pin plugs
