Most important industrial area of Italy. More even rainfall distribution with better and more modern farming methods. Area is closer to other European markets. Area is Europe's second largest steel producer. In each country of the region.
Region is the cradle of modern civilization.
Landscape includes beaches to rugged mountain interiors -note scenery differences. Rich in agricultural production. Urban scene reflects both the old and the new. Much of the peninsula is mountainous -note housing on sides of hills. The Alps and Carpathian Mountains.