Italy

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Italy is a country in Europe. Its capital city is Rome. It has a population of around 60,421,760 people. The main language is Italian and the official currency is the Euro. It shares land borders with 6 countries.

Italy is a country in Europe. Its capital is Rome. It has a population of 60,421,760, bordering 6 countries. The official language is Italian. The official currency is the Euro.

Where is Italy?

Italy at a glance

Capital: Rome
Population: 60.4M
Currency: Euro
Language: Italian
Continent: Europe
Coastline: Yes

The flag of Italy

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Bordering countries

Frequently asked questions about Italy

What is the capital of Italy?

The capital of Italy is Rome.

What continent is Italy in?

Italy is located in Europe.

What is the population of Italy?

Italy has a population of approximately 60,421,760 people.

What is the currency of Italy?

The official currency of Italy is the Euro.

What language is spoken in Italy?

The main language spoken in Italy is Italian.

What is the flag of Italy?

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