Archive for 'Piedmont'

Visit the superb city of Asti in the region of Piedmont. Only 55 kilometres east of Turin, Asti has been settled by human inhabitants from as far back as the Neolithic period! Tourists could start their day of explorations here by walking around some of the ancient city walls which still encase the northern part of Asti. The north-west district of the city is brimming with magnificent old palaces and grand houses to walk around and admire for a few hours.

Turin is a superb tourist city in the north of Italy. It’s the capital city of the Piedmont region and is situated on the left bank of the Po River in front of the Susa Valley.

Turin is an exciting addition to any 'Italian holiday’ It has a rich culture and history, and is home to lots of art galleries, museums, churches, parks, opera houses and other places of interest.

Tourists can admire the many different styles of exquisite architecture that exist here. Visitors can stay in a beautiful vacation rental in Piedmont close to Turin city if they wish to base part or all of their stay here.

History lovers would delight in a visit to the famous Museo Egizio in Turin city. It’s an Egyptian museum of archaeology and anthropology (the study of humankind, past and present) and is the second largest collection in the world after Cairo museum in Egypt.

Turin was Italy’s first capital city in 1861 and was home to the prestigious House of Savoy which was Italy’s Royal family. It’s the third richest city in the country. This glorious city is also home to the infamous Shroud of Turin. This is a religious relic, a long linen cloth bearing the image of a dead man who bears all the marks of a crucifixion.

Situated in the north west of Italy, the region of Piedmont is a beautiful place to visit on your next holiday to Italy. Its name is of Latin origin which means ‘Foot of the Mountains’. It has a population of nearly five million and the capital city is Turin. Why not treat yourself to a stay in a luxury holiday villa in Piedmont where you can relax and take in the stunning scenery?

This picturesque part of Italy is on the border with France, Switzerland and the four regions of Lombardy, Liguria, Aosta Valley and Emilia Romagna. It’s the second largest in Italy after Sicily and almost half of it is mountainous. Piedmont is made up of eight provinces; Alessandria, Asti, Biella, Cuneo, Novara, Turin, Verbano-Cusio-Ossola and Vercelli.

Come and be an onlooker of one of Italy’s most exciting Palio events, the ‘Palio di Asti’. This thrilling annual horse racing event, held on the third Sunday in September is a feast for the eyes! Held in the city of Asti in the region of Piedmont in Northwest Italy, the Palio di Asti attracts hundreds of thousands of spectators from the local area as well as many tourists from far and wide.

For visitors wishing to stay in the area in anticipation of this glorious occasion, there are several lovely holiday villas in Portacomaro, close to the city of Asti.

This historic Palio dates back to the thirteenth century and since 1988, has taken place in the Piazza Alfieri where there is an unusual triangular track which is used to race around.

You will witness not only one, but four exhilarating races to determine the worthy victor representing their contrada. There are twenty one contrade in the Asti region.

Orta San Giulio is a town that features beautiful landscapes and is a simple town, which is great if you want a remote place to stay free from the distractions of everyday life. Take the time out of your day to enjoy this scenic town that is known for its Romanesque and Baroque architecture.

When you visit this town, you can view many lakes located within the area. Chiefly among them is the Lake Orta. This lake is one of the smallest, yet most attractive lakes near Orta San Giulio. Be sure to check out this stunning lake, by staying in a holiday villa. With our website Italy-Villas.com, your search process for a great accommodation is made easy.