What is the real North-South difference in Italy?

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on 16 Jan 2018

Does it exist?

Anonymous (not verified) on 1 Feb 2018 - 19:57

Yes North are more rude cold south are all heart friendly

Anonymous (not verified) on 20 Feb 2018 - 00:17

We have had a house in the south of Italy for ten years now ,and the people are the friendliest you could find ,and it is cheaper to live here.

Chantel2 on 5 Nov 2018 - 13:48

We are planning to move to Italy in 2 years. We have been thinking of buying property in Sicily but have heard so many conflicting stories....its rundown..etc etc....We do carpentry and refurbish old furniture (basically painting etc...so modernise old pieces)so that will be how we will make our money. Do you think there is a market down there for it?

Would love to hear what you think?

Daniela de Castro on 1 Mar 2018 - 11:15

Hi there

Generally speaking, the Northern region of Italy is considered to be more costly than the South. However, this will depend on whether you are considering moving to an urban or rural area.

Which city are you considering moving to? Have a look at the Cost of Living in Italy guide for some general information on expats' most common expenses.

- Daniela

Anonymous (not verified) on 4 Mar 2018 - 23:27

Taxes are higher south of Rome because there is another non-governmental taxing authority.

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