Photogallery of Piedmont, Italy

Isola dei Pescatori
Isola dei Pescatori by Micurs @flickr
Lago di Camposecco
Lago di Camposecco by Art-Visual Di Rosa Amato @flickr
Feriolo
Feriolo by Maurizio Zanetti @flickr
Lago Baranca
Lago Baranca by Lapatia @flickr
Venaria Reale
Venaria Reale by B.Roveran @flickr
Colored hermitage
Colored hermitage by Stefanedberg @flickr
Visita alla Scalinata Reale - Forte Fenestrelle
Visita alla Scalinata Reale - Forte Fenestrelle by Mstefano80 @flickr
Il Po, la Gran Madre e la collina
Il Po, la Gran Madre e la collina by Zak Mc @flickr
Il Canalone
Il Canalone by Sun Sand &Amp; Sea @flickr
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More to see in Piedmont
Piemonte is ready to offer excellent facilities for fans of skiing and hiking, those fond of noisy parties and shopping trips, as well as tourists looking for a relaxing stay or wishing to spend a holiday with health benefits. After the Olympic Games of 2006, which took place in Turin, more travelers began to visit the region, but its calm and harmonious atmosphere was in no way affected. Experienced athletes and those who are just starting to learn the basics of skiing are recommended to visit the region of Val di Susa. It combines several attractive towns with a huge number of tracks, among which there are zones of different levels of complexity. Here there is also a popular Milky Way ski area, where the best athletes of the world competed in 2006. Thrifty travelers are recommended to choose Limone Piemonte. The region is known for its therapeutic spas too. Holidaymakers can successfully combine wellness treatments with their rest. One of the most popular spa places is Acqui Terme; the resort is a unique historical site. The Bollente Pavillion was built in 1870 around the mineral springs; it is an amazingly beautiful place appealing to have a rest. Agliano Terme, Bognanco and Croda are also ideal for a relaxing holiday; resorts offer their customers a wide range of beauty and health treatments. Lurisia Terme is very popular; the most upscale health complexes are located there. Italian wine lovers should definitely visit Barolo producing excellent red wine of the same … Read further

Chapters of the guide to Piedmont

Advices for travellers

6. Shopping fans are recommended to visit Turin, where the most interesting and ambitious outlets are situated. Many tourists prefer to go to markets searching for souvenirs and gifts, as very interesting handicrafts and antiques can be bought there. 7. During a year, several major wine festivals take place in Piemonte; the main feature of them is wine tasting. At this time, for a modest fee, you can try unique … Open

Travel guide to Piedmont

In the region, there are wonderful thermal resorts. There is the resort of Arvie Terme in the immediate surroundings of Alessandria. Not only valuable thermal springs, but also some of healing muds were found here. Now, there are modern wellness centers at the resort that are perfect for family recreation. In the surroundings of Asti, there is the resort of Agliano Terme that is famous for special mineral water … Open

Traditions and mentality of Piedmont

Every June, a very interesting historical festival featuring unique medieval atmosphere is held in Canelli. Last years, so-called knight clubs from various European countries have taken part in the festival. Among the winter holidays, the Carnival is worth noting; it is held in the picturesque town of Ivrea. The culmination of a colorful and noisy carnival is the Battle of the Oranges; locals revere an uprising that … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

Typical national food offered by all the local restaurants is agnolotti. This dish resembles ravioli with its appearance; agnolotti are cooked with a variety of fillings, including meat, ricotta, spinach and other vegetables. Fans of meat treats would like Brasato al Barolo. It is an impressive piece of meat on the bone stewed in red Barolo wine for several hours; the taste of the dish turns truly unique. Bollito … Open

Attractions and active leisure

Experienced athletes and those who are just starting to learn the basics of skiing are recommended to visit the region of Val di Susa. It combines several attractive towns with a huge number of tracks, among which there are zones of different levels of complexity. Here there is also a popular Milky Way ski area, where the best athletes of the world competed in 2006. Thrifty travelers are recommended to choose Limone … Open

Cultural excursion through Piedmont - things to see

It will be interesting to walk around the charming alpine town of Alagna Valsesia. It was founded by immigrants from Germany; today, the main feature of the city is its unique architecture. There you can see amazing wooden houses with stone roofs and very large balconies representing typical houses of natives. Biella has a world-class tourist attraction; we are talking about the unique complex of Sacro Monte di … Open

Top sigths of Italy

Santa Maria del Fiore is probably the best known landmark of Florence. This magnificent cathedral was built in the 13th – 15th centuries. The building is made in elegant gothic style and decorated with green, red and white marble. Its inner premises are no less beautiful and are decorated with paintings and sculptures. Galleria degli Uffizi is a well-known centre of European art. The gallery exhibits works of Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Rafael, Titian, Giorgione and many other internationally famous Italian artists. … Open

Photogalleries of neighbours of Piedmont

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