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{{short description|Region of Italy}} | |||
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[[File:Arona_Sancarlone_Vista_su_la_Chiesa_di_San_Carlo_2.jpg|thumb|View of the Church of San Carlo in Arona, Piedmont]] | |||
'''Piedmont''' (Italian: ''Piemonte'') is a region in northwest [[Italy]], bordered by [[Switzerland]] to the north and [[France]] to the west. It is one of the 20 regions of Italy and has a population of approximately 4.3 million people. The capital of Piedmont is [[Turin]], a city known for its rich history and cultural heritage. | |||
Piedmont | |||
== | ==Geography== | ||
Piedmont is | Piedmont is predominantly mountainous, with the [[Alps]] forming its northern and western borders. The region is named after its geographical position at the "foot of the mountains" (''piede'' meaning "foot" and ''monte'' meaning "mountain" in Italian). The [[Po River]], Italy's longest river, originates in the Cottian Alps and flows eastward through the region. | ||
[[File:Langhe.jpg|thumb|left|The rolling hills of the Langhe region in Piedmont]] | |||
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== | The region is divided into several distinct areas, including the [[Langhe]], [[Monferrato]], and [[Roero]] hills, which are famous for their vineyards and wine production. The [[Lake Maggiore]] area in the north is known for its stunning landscapes and is a popular tourist destination. | ||
* [[ | ==History== | ||
* [[ | Piedmont has a rich history that dates back to ancient times. It was inhabited by Celtic tribes before becoming part of the Roman Empire. During the Middle Ages, it was a battleground for various European powers. The House of Savoy, which originated in the region, played a significant role in the unification of Italy in the 19th century. | ||
[[File:Turin_monte_cappuccini.jpg|thumb|View of Turin from Monte dei Cappuccini]] | |||
==Economy== | |||
Piedmont is one of Italy's most industrialized regions. It is home to major automotive companies such as [[Fiat]] and [[Maserati]]. The region is also known for its agricultural products, including wines like [[Barolo]] and [[Barbaresco]], and foods such as [[truffles]] and [[hazelnuts]]. | |||
[[File:Fiat-500-vorne2.jpg|thumb|left|The iconic Fiat 500, a symbol of Piedmont's automotive industry]] | |||
==Culture== | |||
Piedmont has a rich cultural heritage, with numerous castles, palaces, and museums. The region is known for its [[Baroque]] architecture, particularly in Turin. The [[Palazzina di caccia of Stupinigi]] and the [[Sacra di San Michele]] are notable landmarks. | |||
[[File:Exterior_of_the_Palazzina_di_caccia_of_Stupinigi.jpg|thumb|The Palazzina di caccia of Stupinigi, a hunting lodge and royal residence]] | |||
==Tourism== | |||
Tourism is an important part of Piedmont's economy. The region offers a variety of attractions, from the ski resorts in the Alps to the vineyards of the Langhe. The city of Turin is a cultural hub, with museums such as the [[Museo Egizio]] and the [[National Museum of Cinema]]. | |||
[[File:Sacra_di_San_Michele07.jpg|thumb|left|The Sacra di San Michele, a symbol of Piedmont]] | |||
==Transportation== | |||
Piedmont is well-connected by a network of roads and railways. The region's main airport is [[Turin Airport]], which offers flights to various European destinations. The [[Autostrada A4]] and [[Autostrada A21]] are major highways that connect Piedmont to other parts of Italy. | |||
[[File:Maserati_Levante_Allegro_Antinori_One_of_One_Genf_2019_1Y7A5992.jpg|thumb|The Maserati Levante, produced in Piedmont]] | |||
==Related pages== | |||
* [[Turin]] | |||
* [[Alps]] | |||
* [[Po River]] | |||
* [[House of Savoy]] | |||
[[Category:Regions of Italy]] | [[Category:Regions of Italy]] | ||
[[Category:Piedmont]] | [[Category:Piedmont]] | ||
Latest revision as of 10:54, 23 March 2025
Region of Italy
Piedmont (Italian: Piemonte) is a region in northwest Italy, bordered by Switzerland to the north and France to the west. It is one of the 20 regions of Italy and has a population of approximately 4.3 million people. The capital of Piedmont is Turin, a city known for its rich history and cultural heritage.
Geography[edit]
Piedmont is predominantly mountainous, with the Alps forming its northern and western borders. The region is named after its geographical position at the "foot of the mountains" (piede meaning "foot" and monte meaning "mountain" in Italian). The Po River, Italy's longest river, originates in the Cottian Alps and flows eastward through the region.
The region is divided into several distinct areas, including the Langhe, Monferrato, and Roero hills, which are famous for their vineyards and wine production. The Lake Maggiore area in the north is known for its stunning landscapes and is a popular tourist destination.
History[edit]
Piedmont has a rich history that dates back to ancient times. It was inhabited by Celtic tribes before becoming part of the Roman Empire. During the Middle Ages, it was a battleground for various European powers. The House of Savoy, which originated in the region, played a significant role in the unification of Italy in the 19th century.
Economy[edit]
Piedmont is one of Italy's most industrialized regions. It is home to major automotive companies such as Fiat and Maserati. The region is also known for its agricultural products, including wines like Barolo and Barbaresco, and foods such as truffles and hazelnuts.
Culture[edit]
Piedmont has a rich cultural heritage, with numerous castles, palaces, and museums. The region is known for its Baroque architecture, particularly in Turin. The Palazzina di caccia of Stupinigi and the Sacra di San Michele are notable landmarks.
Tourism[edit]
Tourism is an important part of Piedmont's economy. The region offers a variety of attractions, from the ski resorts in the Alps to the vineyards of the Langhe. The city of Turin is a cultural hub, with museums such as the Museo Egizio and the National Museum of Cinema.
Transportation[edit]
Piedmont is well-connected by a network of roads and railways. The region's main airport is Turin Airport, which offers flights to various European destinations. The Autostrada A4 and Autostrada A21 are major highways that connect Piedmont to other parts of Italy.
