Rome is the Italian capital and largest city in Italy. It is also the administrative center of the Lazio region. Rich history and monuments, the historic centre of Rome is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Also known as the Eternal City, Rome is one of the most admired cities in the world. It was the capital of the Roman Empire and is the famed city for the Seven Hills, La Dolce Vita (the sweet life), the Vatican City and many artistic masterpieces and monuments such as the Colosseum, Pantheon and Trevi fountain.
Visiting Rome will give you the opportunity to learn about its fascinating millennium-old history. The city center is incredibly rich in historical heritage and dotted with outstanding monuments and works of art, wonderful palaces, opulent churches, grand romantic ruins, and beautiful fountains and parks. Rome has a very unique cosmopolitan atmosphere, and is one of Europe's and the world's most visited, famous and beautiful capitals. Still today the charme of the city is a strong attraction.
Rome is the only global city in Italy, and is at the center of the contemporary life in Europe. It has a buzzing night life, contemporary art museums and galleries, a very high concentration of top fashion and jewelry houses, and a growing number of high-end gourmet restaurants. Italian and Roman cuisine is something not to miss on your visit to the Eternal City.
According to AskMen.com Rome is 3rd world's Best City to live in.
For your convenience, Rome's districts are illustrated in the following map.