Monticello d'Alba
Welcome to Monticello d'Alba!
Hello everyone! In today's text, I will talk about Monticello d'Alba, a municipality in the Piedmont region that has about 2346 inhabitants. Are you ready for a virtual tour of this wonderful place? I divided my text into some sections to guide you.
Physical geography
Monticello d'Alba is a municipality located on the left bank of the Tanaro River, which flows through Roero, only 11 km from the city of Alba. It is in the middle of the Piedmont region and will amaze you with its natural beauty, gentle hills and panoramic views.
History
The knowledge of the village dates back to Roman times when Monticello was an important city, along with other nearby cities such as Alba and Asti. Over the centuries, the village was contested among different families, including Malabaila and Casa Roero family. The latter had a fundamental role in the reconstruction of the village, and the castle, whose structure still exists, is currently part of the "Castelli Aperti" circuit of Lower Piedmont.
Monuments and places of interest
Religious architectures
Monticello d'Alba is a place to visit if you are interested in religious architecture. There are several churches that deserve a visit, such as the parish church dedicated to St. Ponzio Martire, the church of Borgo village dedicated to the Nativity of the Virgin Mary, the church of S.Antonio village dedicated to S.Lorenzo, and the sanctuary of Valdozza village dedicated to Maria Ausiliatrice.
The castle of Monticello d'Alba
The Castle of Monticello d'Alba is one of the most important monuments of the village. It stands on a small hill, about 400 meters high, and dominates the city below. The construction of the castle dates back to the 12th century, but it has been expanded and renovated over the centuries. Inside the castle, it is possible to visit several rooms and admire the beauty of the structure.
Conclusions
Monticello d'Alba is a place to visit if you like religious architecture and history. You will be surprised by the beauty of the village and its position on the Piedmont hills. The Castle of Monticello d'Alba is a monument not to be missed, and you can admire the panoramic view of the entire city from the top of the tower. We invite you to visit Monticello d'Alba and discover the beauty of this pearl of Piedmont.
