Geographically Rome is in the center of Italy, but mentally it definitely is more of Southern influence. Unlike Milan, the climate is warmer and (from a Roman point of view) people are way friendlier and willing to help each other than they are in Milan. read more
And since much of the country's wealth and industry grew from the north, cities such as Florence, Rome, Venice, Milan and Turin boast some of the country's top cultural institutes, restaurants, shopping opportunities and historical landmarks. read more