Rome at a Glance
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Region | Lazio, Italy |
| Population | approx. 2.8 million (metropolitan area 4.3 million) |
| Language | Italian |
| Currency | Euro (€) |
| Time Zone | CET (UTC+1), Daylight Saving CEST (UTC+2) |
| Electricity | 230V, Type C/F/L — German plugs usually fit (Type C), occasionally three-pronged Type L |
| Drinking Water | Excellent — Rome's ancient aqueducts still supply fresh spring water today. The Nasoni (drinking fountains) are everywhere. |
| Telephone Code | +39 (06 for Rome) |
| Internet TLD | .it |
| Visa | EU/Schengen — no visa required for EU citizens |
| Area | 1,285 km² (vast — but the historical center is compact) |
| Founding | 753 BC (according to legend) |
| UNESCO World Heritage | Entire historical center + Vatican City |
