Alessandria, Province of Alessandria, Piedmont

Located in the southern Piedmont, at the confluence of the rivers Bormida and Tanaro about 90 km southeast of the regional capital Turin, Alessandria is the second city of Piedmont. The city is characterized by straight roads and beautiful squares, including the vast central square, and is famous for the manufacture of hats, including the world renowned company Borsalino.

Info

Altitude: 95 m a.s.l
Surface area: 204 sq km
Population: about 90,000 inhabitants
Zip/postal code: 15100
Dialing Area Code: +39 0131
Patron Saint: St. Baudolino, celebrated on 10 November
Frazioni & Localities: Spinetta Marengo, Castelceriolo, Lobbi, San Giuliano Nuovo, San Giuliano Vecchio, Mandrogne, Cascinagrossa, Litta Parodi, Valle San Bartolomeo, San Michele
GPS Coordinates: 44°55'N, 08°37'E

History

It was founded and named by Pope Alexander III, protector of the Lombard League in the year 1168. It was a fortified town, and became the strategic center of the League.

What to see

The Marengo Battle Museum
The Museo del Fiume
The Museo Etnografico C'Era una Volta
Monumento al Vochieri

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