Italy (officially Italian Republic) is an independent country located in Southern Europe, Europe. With a population of 58,927,633 people, it ranks #25 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 301,336 km² (#74 globally), with a population density of 196 people per km². The capital city is Rome. The official languages are Italian, Catalan.
Key Facts
Population
58,927,633
#25 world ranking
Area
301,336 km²
#74 world ranking
Population Density
196/km²
Capital
Rome
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC+01:00
Continent
Europe
Bordering Countries
6
neighboring countries
Bordering Countries (6)
France
Austria
Switzerland
Slovenia
San Marino
Vatican CityCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Italy?
The capital of Italy is Rome.
What is the population of Italy?
Italy has a population of 58,927,633 people, ranking #25 in the world by population.
How big is Italy?
Italy covers an area of 301,336 km², ranking #74 in the world by area. The population density is 196 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Italy?
The official languages of Italy are: Italian, Catalan.
What is the currency of Italy?
The currency of Italy is euro (€).
What countries border Italy?
Italy shares borders with 6 countries: France, Austria, Switzerland, Slovenia, San Marino, Vatican City.