Occitano-Romance refers to a branch of the Romance languages that evolved from the Latin spoken in the southern regions of France, particularly in the area known as Occitania. This language group includes Occitan, which has several dialects, such as Provençal and Gascon. The Occitano-Romance languages share similarities with other Romance languages like Spanish and Italian, but they also have unique features influenced by the region's history and culture. Although the use of Occitan has declined, efforts are being made to preserve and promote it in education and media.