num_pages: 240
description: National Geographic Traveler Piedmont &amp; Northwest Italy begins its tour of the region with an evocative visit to the beautiful baroque city of Turin, site of the 2006 Winter Olympics. It then heads to southern Piedmont with its lush, rolling, vine-covered landscapes, including a stop in the medieval town of Alba. Northeast of Turin, Lake Maggiore and the other lakes offer a mixture of breathtaking scenery and culture that has drawn the rich and famous for centuries. Finally, in the northern mountains, travelers will discover the fabled Valle d'Aosta, a stunning valley featuring fairy-tale castles, Roman remains, and plenty of skiing.Several detailed sections filled with practical travel information include extensive lists of handpicked hotels and restaurants and insider tips on the best tours. With meticulous maps and lavish photography, the National Geographic Traveler guides ensure exciting and memorable trips.
language: English
title: National Geographic Traveler: Piedmont & Northwest Italy, with Turin and the Alps
titlecomplete: National Geographic Traveler: Piedmont & Northwest Italy, with Turin and the Alps
genres: Nonfiction
ratings_count: 4
publisher: National Geographic