Italy

 

Geography: Italy is located on the Italian Peninsula, which extends into the Mediterranean Sea. The country shares land borders with France, Switzerland, Austria, and Slovenia. Italy also includes two large islands, Sicily and Sardinia, and several smaller islands.

Language: Italian is the official language of Italy, and is spoken by the vast majority of the population. There are also many regional languages and dialects spoken in Italy, such as Sicilian, Neapolitan, and Venetian.

Education: Education is highly valued in Italy, with a literacy rate of over 99%. The country has a well-developed education system, with many universities and other institutions of higher education.