Python is a widely used general-purpose highly-extensible programming language that is regularly used for web applications.
Python has a large standard library providing the tools you need for many tasks, as well as a wide range of modules to provide further versatility. With a clear syntax and interfaces to many system calls and libraries, Python is a portable, extensible, and dynamic language that can run on many systems.
Further details about Python can be found on the Python website: www.python.org