Province of Venice
Several "comuni" (municipalities) in the eastern part of the Metropolitan City of Venice (formerly the Province of Venice) between the rivers Livenza and Tagliamento in the region known as the were historically part of Friuli. The Friulian names of these "comuni" are listed here. Other "comuni" in the Province of Venice are listed in the Friulian place names outside of Friuli section below. It is estimated that 29% of the population in these areas speaks fluent Friuli. The language is officially recognized and has been protected as a minority language since 2006.