Asti
Discovering Asti
Hello friends, today I am taking you to discover Asti, an Italian municipality with around 73,326 inhabitants in the Piedmont region. Asti is famous for its delicious wines and for the Palio di Asti, a very ancient event held every year in September.
Physical geography
Territory
Asti is located in the Tanaro river valley in a very favorable position in the heart of Piedmont, among hills famous for their fine wines such as Monferrato and Langhe. According to Legambiente's "Urban Ecosystem," Asti ranks 26th on the virtuous environmental and ecosystem chart.
Climate
The climate in Asti is special, protected from the influences of the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. Precipitation is more frequent in the north and at high altitudes, while Asti receives 667 mm of annual rainfall. Summer thunderstorms tend to be few but strong, and winter is characterized by little precipitation and temperatures below the regional average.
A city with a glorious past
Asti is a place rich in history, since Roman times when it was known as Hasta. In the Middle Ages, Asti was a free municipality with the right to mint coins, becoming one of the most important commercial centers between the 12th and 13th centuries. The city was also the seat of the Duchy of Asti, a Lombard duchy of Neustria.
Asti wines
Asti is famous for its wines, particularly Asti Spumante. Every year, in September, Asti hosts one of Italy's most important wine competitions, the Douja d'Or. There is nothing better than enjoying a glass of Asti wine on a beautiful summer evening.
The Palio di Asti
Not just wines, Asti is also famous for the Palio di Asti, an annual event held in September. It is a horse race ridden "bareback," without a saddle, which culminates in a breathtaking race. It is one of the oldest events in Italy and will not disappoint.
Conclusions
Asti is a city with a glorious past, surrounded by hills famous for their fine wines. Do not miss the opportunity to participate in the Douja d'Or or the Palio di Asti, two exciting events that will make you love this city even more. Come to Asti, and you will be fascinated by its beauty!
