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Russia
Italy
Area Comparison
Moscow is 2.0x larger than Rome
Population Comparison
Moscow has 4.4x more people than Rome
In terms of area, Moscow is 2.0x the size of Rome. Moscow spans 2,511 km² (970 mi²) while Rome covers 1,285 km² (496 mi²) — a difference of 1,226 km².
To put Moscow's size in perspective, its area of 2,511 km² is roughly the same size as Luxembourg. Meanwhile, Rome at 1,285 km² is about 1.2x smaller than London.
Russia's capital and largest city. Known as "The Third Rome", Moscow covers 2,511 km² with a population of 12.5 million. The city was established in 1147. Moscow is known for The Kremlin, Red Square, Saint Basil's Cathedral, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Moscow Metro.
Moscow's metro stations are considered some of the most beautiful in the world, often called 'underground palaces'
Italy's capital and a city of ancient history. Also known as "The Eternal City", Rome has an area of 1,285 km² and is home to 2.9 million people. Its history stretches back to 753 BC. Visitors come for Colosseum, Vatican City, Trevi Fountain, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Rome Metro.
Rome contains an entire independent country within its borders — Vatican City, the world's smallest state
Looking beyond city limits, the Moscow metropolitan area covers 5,891 km², which is 1.1x larger than greater Rome at 5,352 km². The Moscow metro area is also more populous, with 17.1 million people compared to 4.3 million.
Moscow has a population density of 4,994 people per km² — a moderately dense city. Rome, with 2,233 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Moscow is noticeably denser, packing 2.2 times more people per square kilometer.
Both cities are in Europe, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Moscow (Russia) and Rome (Italy) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Moscow has a humid continental climate while Rome experiences Mediterranean conditions. Winters differ dramatically: Rome stays around 8°C while Moscow drops to -8°C. When it's noon in Moscow, it's 10:00 AM in Rome — a 2-hour time difference.
Density Gap
Moscow is 2.2x more densely populated
History
Rome is ~1,900 years older
The straight-line distance from Moscow to Rome is 2,375 km (1,476 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~3h 18m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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