Piemonte and Valle d’Aosta Rough Guides Snapshot Italy (includes Turin, Alba, Asti, Aosta and The Gran Paradiso National Park)

Book excerpt: The Rough Guide Snapshot to Piemonte & Valle d'Aosta is the ultimate travel guide to this mountainous region of Italy. It guides you through the area with reliable information and comprehensive coverage of all the sights and attractions, from Turin's dazzling array of museums to the Alpine valleys and peaks of the Gran Paradiso National Park. Detailed maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants, hotels, shops, bars and nightlife, ensuring you have the best trip possible, whether passing through, staying for the weekend or longer. Also included is the Basics section from the Rough Guide to Italy, with all the practical information you need for travelling around the country, including transport, food, drink, costs, health, festivals and outdoor activities. Also published as part of the Rough Guide to Italy. Now available in ePub format.