It is Lazio’s largest province (5,350 square kilometers) and it is also the most populated. As of 1992, it has a population of 3,770,157. Divided by River Tiber, it is surrounded by Tolfa Mountains and Sabatini volcanic range (north), Sabini and Simbruini Mountains (east) and the so-called area of Colli Albani (south). Rome is the symbol of western civilization due to its great history, as witnessed by ruins throughout its province. Rome’s province is also known for its high number of lakes, which cover an area equal to 1.3% of the entire region of Lazio. The major ones are of volcanic origin. Bracciano Lake is the region’s second lake and the eighth in Italy size-wise, while Martignano Lake is the third in Rome’s province and the ninth in the region. South of the Capital are Albano, Nemi and Giulianello lakes of volcanic origin as well. East of Rome is Percile of karstic origin, while north of Rome is the internationally known Nazzano Lake. The list could go on and on. It is basically endless to show the natural beauty and richness of Rome’s province.