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Culture of Piedmont. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces

Lago di Camposecco Piemonte is known to travelers as the location of major ski centers, the old wine-growing region and a unique cultural center. It is famous for its rich historical heritage and all travelers definitely have to get acquainted with it. The ancient city of Alessandria attracts fans of excursions, as a huge number of monuments of 12th-15th centuries have survived there. Among them there is the San Secondo d’Asti Church built ​​in the best traditions of the Gothic style, as well as the famous Trajan Tower and Renaissance palaces.
Advices to travellers: what you should know while being in Piedmont
1. Despite the fact that Piemonte differs with magnificent climate and a huge choice of entertainment options, much of the travelers prefer to visit the region in winter; most tourists visit … Open
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 Oropa. Built in the early 17th century, it includes 12 chapels. Famous religious monuments, including the Cathedral of St. Eusebius are situated in Vercelli. The first religious building on its place was built in the 4th century. Today, the part of the old cathedral houses a library. Its collection is comparable to exposures of major museums; it includes unique manuscripts and copies of religious books. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Guide to Piedmont sightseeing - things to see and to visit
Piemonte is one of the largest regions in Italy; the province is home to about 4.5 million people. The province covers a vast area from the Apennines to foothill areas of the Alps, … Open
The capital of the region, Turin, has remained one of the world's major centers of pilgrimage for many centuries. There, in Sidon Chapel, the unique religious artifact, the Shroud of Turin, is stored; annually it attracts hundreds of thousands of believers. Apart from the religious attractions, Turin is known for its unique Egyptian Museum. Its collection includes hundreds of archaeological artifacts, including the statue of Ramses II and a rich collection of papyri; the museum houses more than 30,000 artifacts. Those fond of natural attractions are sure to enjoy the picturesque province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola. Three magnificent lakes as well as a huge number of incredibly beautiful natural areas and reserves are situated there.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Piedmont and surroundings

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Map of all palaces
Public palaces near Piedmont
♥   Palace 'Palazzina di Stupinigi' Torino, 9.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Palace 'Castello del Valentino' Torino, 13.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Palace 'Palazzo Carignano' Torino, 13.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Palace 'Royal Palace of Turin' Torino, 13.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Piedmont and around
♥   Art museum 'Pinacoteca Giovanni e Marella Agnelli' Turin, 12 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Museo Egizio' Turin, 13.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Museum of Ancient Art' Turin, 13.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Galleria Sabauda' Turin, 13.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Piedmont
♥   Basilica del Corpus Domini, Torino, 13.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Cattedrale Metropolitana di S. Giovanni Battista, Torino, 13.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Sacra di San Michele, Sant’Ambrogio di Torino, 14.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilica Madonna delle Grazie di Superga, Torino, 20.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilica di S. Maurizio, Pinerolo, 23.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Cattedrale di S. Donato, Pinerolo, 23.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Chiesa San Verano ad Abbadia Alpina, Pinerolo, 24.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Unique spots in Piedmont and near

Face Ski Slope

From the series “Top 13 Furious Ski Resorts and Pistes”
Check on the map:   Distance from Piedmont center - 60.9 km.
In the popular health resort Val d'Isere in France is the famous ski slope 'Face', which has been used for many years by experienced athletes from all over the world. The ski slope is 3000 meters, and the height difference between the start and end point is 972 meters. 'The black' slope is quite steep, its maximum slope reaches 63 degrees. … Read further
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Excursions over cultural sights of neighbours of Piedmont

Turin
No less interesting is the collection of the Civic Museum of Ancient Art located in fascinating Palazzo Madama. There are relics belonging to a variety of historical periods in the collection, as well as pottery, ceramics, jewelry, glass and prints. An important symbol of the city is the Mole Antonelliana tower of the 19th century. More than a hundred years ago in there was a ... Open »
Asti
Be sure to visit the city's archaeological museum, Museo Archeologico. Archaeological research has been ongoing on the territory of the region for over a hundred years. Hundreds of valuable exhibits have been discovered here during this time. In Ancient Roman times, several large cities were located on the site of modern Asti. Researchers discovered fragments of many ancient ... Open »
Briancon
Various streets start near the castle. During a walk there it is also possible to see many interesting architectural landmarks and historical monuments. There is also a fragment of an ancient protective wall in this part of Briancon, as well as an old gate that once was an entrance to the medieval town. Nowadays, everyone is welcome to climb up to the top of the wall and ... Open »
Valle d'Aosta
Gran Paradiso Park features many important landmarks; travelers have a great opportunity to combine trips to historical places with outdoor strolling. The must-see landmark is Pondel village located within the park; its main symbol is an aqueduct bridge. It has been built by the Romans nearly 2.5 thousand years ago. Another interesting old bridge is in the village of ... Open »
Aosta
The city funeral yard is also an interesting landmark. Tourists will see several ancient buildings, the ruins of an ancient mausoleum and temple. The ancient Roman villa built in the 1st century B.C.E. is also an important landmark of the area. It’s a large architectural complex that includes not only a gorgeous mansion but also many agricultural facilities. The ruins of ... Open »
Courchevel
The atmosphere of the past has been preserved in the 18th-century estate as much as possible. Its collection of antiquities is available for free viewing. Beautiful old furniture, musical instruments, and works of art, as well as other household items, have been gathered here. One of the main cultural centers in the region is the Chamonix Alpine Museum. This museum ... Open »
Culture guide to Piedmont. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Piedmont: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Piedmont. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!
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