OtterKnow Kids EncyclopediaRome is the capital of Italy, a country in southern Europe. About 2.8 million people live there. Rome is one of the oldest cities in the world. People have lived there for almost 3,000 years. It is often called the Eternal City.
The Colosseum is a huge arena in the middle of Rome. It was built about 2,000 years ago and could hold 50,000 people who came to watch gladiator fights. The Trevi Fountain is a beautiful fountain where visitors toss coins and make a wish. Vatican City, the smallest country in the world, is located right inside Rome.
- Italy is the home of pizza and pasta, and Rome has some of the best.
- Gelato is a creamy Italian ice cream that kids and adults love.
- Romans also enjoy eating supplì, which are fried balls of rice stuffed with melted cheese!
