+Italian history traces a profound journey from the dawn of [Ancient Rome](/wiki/ancient_rome) through vibrant medieval city-states and the artistic explosion of the [Renaissance](/wiki/renaissance). This ancient land has profoundly shaped Western civilization, leaving enduring legacies in art, law, and philosophy.
+## See also
+- [Roman Empire](/wiki/roman_empire)
+- [European History](/wiki/european_history)
+- [Italian Culture](/wiki/italian_culture)