In addition to hosting Roma, the capital of Italy as well as the regional capital, in Lazio the smallest state in the world is also located here: Vatican City. The region is made up not only of Rome, but also of the provinces of Frosinone, Latina, Rieti e Viterbo, all medium-sized cities.
In Lazio there are some well-known lakes of volcanic origin: the Lake Bolsena, Vico lake, Lake Nemi, Lake Bracciano and Albano lake. The latter is set in the area of the Castelli Romani, a series of reliefs south-east of Rome, an area chosen by the Popes for retreat and retreat, in the residence of Castel Gandolfo, but also a territory of typical gastronomic products, such as for example the porchetta of Ariccia.
As regards the coastal area, the Lazio It is characterized by low and sandy beaches, with the sole exceptions of circle and Gaeta. Still on the subject of the sea, off the coast of the region here is thePontine Archipelago.
The interior, on the other hand, is characterised by hilly areas which gradually rise towards the mountainous part which wedges in Abruzzo and pushes towards theUmbria; the highest mountain in Lazio is the Terminillo with its 2213 meters, while all the other peaks have modest heights. It was said that in Lazio the countryside also offers beautiful views and opportunities for holiday, just think of the bucolic landscapes of Lazio Maremma. Therefore, you are spoiled for choice visit Lazio, a region rich in history and natural beauty.
