The city People Economy. Only Rome has more people. Milan ranks as Italy's chief center of finance, manufacturing, and international trade.
Many tourists visit Milan to see the city's priceless works of art.
Milan is the capital of Lombardy, one of the political regions of Italy. The city's name in Italian is Milano. Much of Milan has a modern appearance, but it also includes a number of beautiful ancient buildings. Milan's large Gothic cathedral stands in the heart of the city, and the nearby area includes many cultural attractions. Music lovers from many parts of the world hear concerts at La Scala, one of the leading opera houses of Europe.