Around Italy: Lazio, Rome, Ancient Empires, Castelli Romani, Seaside Towns, and the Powerful Cuisine of Central Italy Lazio is one of the most historically important regions in the world. At its center stands Rome, but beyond the capital are volcanic lakes, medieval hill towns, coastal landscapes, archaeological sites, wine country, and agricultural communities. Rome, the Eternal City Rome shaped law, language, architecture, religion, politics, engineering, and culture across