Portocomaro and surrounding vineyards
Piemonte
Scene from the Palio in Asti
Piemonte is essentially a country region of alpine peaks in the north , flat
rice�producing river valleys further south , rolling vineyards with attractive villages , forested hills dotted with mediaeval castles and almost at its centre the city of Turin , known throughout the world as a great industrial centre but in fact , outstandingly rich in architectural gems , both modern and in particular Baroque . North of Turin is the Parco Nazionale del Gran Paradiso , with miles of unspoiled natural scenery of mountain peaks and meadows , of rare wildlife and flowers . The splendid palaces , parks and hunting lodges of the Princes of Savoy can be visited in the countryside near Turin . Our hotels are situated in the remarkable wine�producing regions of the Langhe and Asti , renowned for their beautiful scenery , magnificent wines and fine gastronomy . Piemonte beckons lovers of wine and food , art and architecture and dramatic , natural but also gloriously cultivated landscapes .
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