Trieste
Sign in to saveTrieste ( , ; see more) is a city and seaport in northeast Italy. It is the capital and largest city of the autonomous region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, as well as of the regional decentralization entity of Trieste. As of 2025, it has a population of 198,668.
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Trieste is a city and seaport located in northeast Italy that serves as the capital of the autonomous region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia. With a population of about 198,668 people, it is an important port city that has historically served as a major hub for maritime trade and cultural exchange in the region.
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- Etymology
- History
- Ancient history
- Middle Ages
- Early modern period
- 19th century
- 20th century
- World War I, annexation to Italy and Fascist era
- World War II and aftermath
- Occupation by Yugoslav Partisans
- A city in limbo (1945–1947)
- Zone A of the Free Territory of Trieste (1947–1954)
- Geography
- Climate
- Government
- Administrative divisions
- Demographics
- Languages
- Main sights and vistas
- Castles
- Castello Miramare (Miramare Castle)
- Castel San Giusto
- Places of worship
- Archaeological remains
- Roman theatre
- Caves
- Piazzas and coffee houses
- Architecture
- Tourist attractions
- Beaches
- Culture
- Theaters and museums
- Botanical gardens
- National monuments
- Churches
- Economy
- Commercial fishing
- Education and research
- Media
- Sports
- Film
- Triestine cuisine
- Transport
- Maritime
- Rail
- Air
- Local transport
- Notable people
- International relations
- Sister cities and twin towns
- See also
- Notes
- References
- External links
Trieste ( , ; see more) is a city and seaport in northeast Italy. It is the capital and largest city of the autonomous region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, as well as of the regional decentralization entity of Trieste. As of 2025, it has a population of 198,668.
Trieste is located at the head of the Gulf of Trieste, on a narrow strip of Italian territory lying between the Adriatic Sea and Slovenia; Slovenia lies close, at approximately east and southeast of the city, while Croatia is about to the south of the city. The city has a long coastline and is surrounded by grassland, forest, and karstic areas.