Cityscape of the medieval town of Alba with the famous towers and the Langhe hills in the background in springtime, Cuneo, Piedmont, Italy
Set in the beautiful natural scenery of the Langhe, of which it is the historical and economic capital, Alba is a city rich in culture, history and traditions. It is the ancient Alba Pompeia, so named by the consul Gnaeus Pompey Strabo, but from the origins certainly pre-Roman, rich in archaeological finds and testimonies of its glorious past. The city includes among its citizens illustrious men such as emperors (including the consul Publius Elvio Pertinace), experts in law and history, ministers, but also modern entrepreneurs. Alba is known for its beauty, its curious sights, its renowned industries and its gastronomic products, including truffles and wine, sold today all over the world.
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Location: Alba, Cuneo, Piedmont, Italy
Photo credit: © Stella Zeri / Alamy / Afripics
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