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<p>Created page with &quot;{{short description|Country in Southern Europe}} {{Infobox country | conventional_long_name = Italian Republic | common_name = Italy | native_name = Repubblica Italiana | image_flag = Flag of Italy.svg | image_coat = Emblem of Italy.svg | symbol_type = Emblem | national_motto = | national_anthem = &quot;<a href="/index.php?title=Il_Canto_degli_Italiani&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1" class="new" title="Il Canto degli Italiani (page does not exist)">Il Canto degli Italiani</a>&quot; | image_map = EU-Italy.svg | map_caption = Location of Italy (dark green) in Europe (green &amp; dark grey) | capital = <a href="/index.php?title=Rome&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1" class="new" title="Rome (page does not exist)">Rome</a> | official_languages...&quot;</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>{{short description|Country in Southern Europe}}<br /> {{Infobox country<br /> | conventional_long_name = Italian Republic<br /> | common_name = Italy<br /> | native_name = Repubblica Italiana<br /> | image_flag = Flag of Italy.svg<br /> | image_coat = Emblem of Italy.svg<br /> | symbol_type = Emblem<br /> | national_motto =<br /> | national_anthem = &quot;[[Il Canto degli Italiani]]&quot;<br /> | image_map = EU-Italy.svg<br /> | map_caption = Location of Italy (dark green) in Europe (green &amp; dark grey)<br /> | capital = [[Rome]]<br /> | official_languages = [[Italian language|Italian]]<br /> | demonym = Italian<br /> | government_type = [[Unitary state|Unitary]] [[parliamentary republic]]<br /> | president = [[Sergio Mattarella]]<br /> | prime_minister = [[Giorgia Meloni]]<br /> | legislature = [[Parliament of Italy]]<br /> | upper_house = [[Senate of the Republic (Italy)|Senate]]<br /> | lower_house = [[Chamber of Deputies (Italy)|Chamber of Deputies]]<br /> | area_km2 = 301,340<br /> | population_estimate = 59,000,000<br /> | population_estimate_year = 2023<br /> | currency = [[Euro]] (€)<br /> | time_zone = [[Central European Time|CET]]<br /> | utc_offset = +1<br /> | date_format = dd/mm/yyyy<br /> | drives_on = right<br /> | calling_code = +39<br /> | iso3166code = IT<br /> | internet_tld = [[.it]]<br /> }}<br /> <br /> &#039;&#039;&#039;Italy&#039;&#039;&#039; ({{lang-it|Italia}}), officially the &#039;&#039;&#039;Italian Republic&#039;&#039;&#039; ({{lang-it|Repubblica Italiana}}), is a country in [[Southern Europe]]. It consists of a peninsula delimited by the [[Alps]] and surrounded by several islands, the largest of which are [[Sicily]] and [[Sardinia]]. Italy shares land borders with [[France]], [[Switzerland]], [[Austria]], and [[Slovenia]]. It is also bordered by two enclaved microstates: [[San Marino]] and [[Vatican City]]. With a population of about 59 million, Italy is the third most populous member state of the [[European Union]]. Its capital is [[Rome]], which has historically been a center of politics, culture, and religion.<br /> <br /> ==Etymology==<br /> The name &#039;&#039;Italia&#039;&#039; has ancient origins. Originally used for the southern part of the [[Italian Peninsula]], it was gradually extended by the [[Roman Republic]] to refer to the entire peninsula.<br /> <br /> ==History==<br /> ===Ancient and Classical Era===<br /> Italy was the heart of the [[Roman Empire]], one of history’s most influential civilizations, which shaped law, politics, engineering, architecture, and language across Europe and beyond.<br /> <br /> ===Middle Ages===<br /> After the fall of the [[Western Roman Empire]] in 476 CE, Italy fragmented into numerous kingdoms, duchies, and city-states, including [[Republic of Venice|Venice]], [[Republic of Florence|Florence]], and [[Duchy of Milan|Milan]].<br /> <br /> ===Renaissance===<br /> During the [[Italian Renaissance]] (14th–17th centuries), the peninsula became a global center of art, science, and humanism, producing figures such as [[Leonardo da Vinci]], [[Michelangelo]], and [[Galileo Galilei]].<br /> <br /> ===Unification and Modern Era===<br /> Italy was unified in 1861 under King [[Victor Emmanuel II]]. In 1946, following World War II and the fall of [[Fascist Italy|Fascism]], Italy became a republic. It is now a democratic republic and a founding member of the [[European Union]], [[NATO]], and the [[United Nations]].<br /> <br /> ==Geography==<br /> Italy covers 301,340 km². The [[Alps]] form its northern boundary, while the [[Apennine Mountains]] run along the peninsula. Major rivers include the [[Po (river)|Po]], [[Tiber]], and [[Arno]].<br /> <br /> ==Politics==<br /> Italy is a [[parliamentary republic]]. The [[President of Italy|President]] serves as head of state, and the [[Prime Minister of Italy|Prime Minister]] is head of government. Its legislature, the [[Parliament of Italy]], is bicameral.<br /> <br /> ==Economy==<br /> Italy has a highly developed [[mixed economy]], ranking among the world’s largest. It is a leader in manufacturing, fashion, design, and tourism. Global brands such as [[Ferrari]], [[Fiat]], [[Prada]], and [[Armani]] originate from Italy.<br /> <br /> ==Demographics==<br /> The majority of the population identifies as ethnically Italian. [[Italian language|Italian]] is the official language. [[Roman Catholic Church|Catholicism]] remains the predominant religion, although Italy is constitutionally secular.<br /> <br /> ==Culture==<br /> Italy is renowned for its contributions to art, architecture, literature, philosophy, and cuisine. It is the birthplace of [[opera]] and classical composers. Italian cuisine, including pasta, pizza, and espresso, is among the world’s most popular.<br /> <br /> ==Tourism==<br /> Italy is among the most visited countries globally. Its landmarks include the [[Colosseum]], [[Leaning Tower of Pisa]], [[Venice]]’s canals, and [[Florence]]’s art treasures. Italy has the largest number of [[UNESCO World Heritage Sites]] in the world.<br /> <br /> ==Sports==<br /> [[Football in Italy|Football]] is the most popular sport. The national team, &#039;&#039;Gli Azzurri&#039;&#039;, has won the [[FIFA World Cup]] four times. Other popular sports include cycling, basketball, and motorsport, particularly [[Scuderia Ferrari|Ferrari’s]] Formula One team.<br /> <br /> ==See also==<br /> * [[History of Italy]]<br /> * [[Italian cuisine]]<br /> * [[Culture of Italy]]<br /> * [[List of cities in Italy]]<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> {{Reflist}}<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> * [https://www.governo.it Official Government of Italy] <br /> * [https://www.italia.it/en Official Tourism Portal of Italy]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Italy| ]]<br /> [[Category:Countries in Europe]]<br /> [[Category:European Union member states]]<br /> [[Category:Member states of NATO]]</div>

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