Italy is located in the south of Europe. It is considered a part of Western Europe. Italy's neighbours in the north are France, Switzerland, and Austria, Slovenia. The population of Italy is around 60 million people, which makes Italy the fourth most populated country in the European Union. The official language is Italian. The capital is Rome. Rome is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Other famous cities in Italy are Florence, Venice, Milan, Naples and Piza.