Rome

Italy's capital, the "Eternal City," cradle of Roman civilization and seat of the Catholic Church, holds thousands of years of history in every corner of its streets.

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The Colosseum could hold about 50,000 spectators in Roman times

Vatican City, the world's smallest independent state, sits within Rome

The Trevi Fountain collects thousands of coins from visitors daily

Rome's entire historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Rome is Italy's capital and largest city, situated on the Tiber River in the heart of the Italian peninsula. According to legend, it was founded in 753 BC by Romulus and became the capital of the greatest empire the ancient world had known, stretching from Britain to the Middle East. Rome is nicknamed the "Eternal City" for its deep history and enduring role as a civilizational center across millennia.

Capital of an Eternal Empire

The Colosseum, the largest amphitheater ever built, stands as a testament to ancient Roman engineering, while the city encircles the independent Vatican City, seat of the Pope and St. Peter's Basilica. Scattered across Rome are the ruins of the Roman Forum and the remarkably preserved Pantheon temple.

The Colosseum, ancient Rome's most famous landmark
Vatican City and St. Peter's Basilica
The Trevi Fountain, where visitors traditionally toss coins
The Roman Forum and the ancient Pantheon

Rome's entire historic center is inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Today the city is one of the most visited destinations in the world, as well as a major political and cultural center for Italy and Europe.