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PIEDMONT
Surrounded on three sides by the Alps, including the Monviso, where the Po rises, and the Monte Rosa, lays the region of Piedmont. It shares the border with France, Switzerland and the Italian regions of Lombardy, Liguria and Aosta Valley. Presence of many peaks in this region makes it a favorite among the skiers. Snow covered mountains of this region are perfect for those looking forward to be as closest to nature as possible. Some of the peaks of this region are Gran Paradiso, Monte Rosa, and Argentera. Trekking and horse-riding are other sports being played on these mountains. The beautiful hill landscapes are home to many castles, sanctuaries, abbeys and country churches. Vineyards are the other popularity of this region.
This region includes Torino, Italy's first capital. Torino is developed but still it has been able to conserve its natural beauty. Minor towns and small centers have conserved their identity, skillfully in the form of the architecture of past and present. Culture and art can be found all over the region: in the abundance. The museums like the great Egyptian Museum and the ethnographic museums are a must explore places. Other treasures include the castles, the religious Sacro Monte constructions and the historical and art abbeys. The churches and chapels are worth a visit to both believers and non believers. It is also popular for musical and theatrical events, as well as the Automobile shows and book fairs.
Lake Maggiore is the one to be explored in this region. The tasty Piedmontese specialties are made of number of typical products from the region itself. Truffle is the most popular one followed by Monferrato and Asti wines, cheese and cold meats. Piedmont is home to the Slow Food Movement, a global organization which stands against the popular fast food trend. Heralded as the "cure" for an alarmingly fast-food world, slow food promotes the purity of taste, taste education and food preservation with fairs, events and educational programs and also produces food and wine guides.