Region of Lazio, Italy

Location of region of Lazio on a map

Lazio is a region found in the nation of Italy. Home to 5,502,886 people, it is the 3rd largest division in Italy in terms of population.

Lazio gained its current status as a region in the year 1948. The government of Lazio is lead by Nicola Zingarettiand is based in the region capital of Rome (Population: 2,318,895).

The most populous cities in Lazio are: Rome (Population: 2,318,895), Acilia-Castel Fusano-Ostia Antica (Population: 129,362), Lido di Ostia (Population: 79,400), Latina (Population: 76,305), Guidonia Montecelio (Population: 67,516).

Lazio Region - Quick Facts

Country Italy
Region Type Region
ISO Code IT_62
Time Zone CET
Year of Establishment 1948
Capital Rome (Population: 2,318,895)
Head of Government Nicola Zingaretti
Total Population 5,502,886
Total Area 17,203 sq km (6,642 sq miles)
Population Density 319.9 sq km (828.5 sq miles)