In several sales there is a permanent museum, including rare truffle outfits of local food and wine, setting of the albese kitchen of the seventeenth and nineteenth centuries, the distillery of the eighteenth century, cooper's shop, farmyard farmers.
Count Camillo Benso di Cavour, one of the protagonists of the Unification of Italy, was the owner of this castle. Here he stayed between 1832 and 1849, when he was Mayor of the Municipality of Grinzane. He must also be interesting to discover in the field of viticulture. In the Castle are preserved its furniture, manuscripts and the Tricolor band of the Mayor.
Built in the first half of the 13th century, the castle has undergone several architectural changes. The most recent renovations were carried out in 1961, to mark the centenary of Italian unification. The imposing redbrick building is based on a trapezoidal plan, with four sections arranged irregularly around the small main courtyard. It was extended in the 16th century with the addition of two picturesque round turrets; the coffered ceiling with 157 painted panels in the Hall of Masks dates back to the same period. Today the castle houses the "Cavour" Regional Enoteca, a restaurant and an Ethnographic museum of rural life. The latter features exhibits on a variety of themes: Cavourian relics, wines from Alba in the Roman world, 17th and 19th-century local kitchen settings, wine glasses, objects relating to Albas food and wine traditions, the workshops of a blacksmith and a cooper, an 18th-century distillery, farmyard implements, weights and measures, information about truffles.
This ticket must be exchanged for a direct entry ticket at the starting point of the attraction.
Turin, the elegant capital of Piedmont, is renowned for its refined architecture, rich history, and as the birthplace of the Italian unification. Nearby Liguria offers stunning coastal landscapes, including the famous Cinque Terre. Together, they offer a blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty.
Iconic symbol of Turin, now home to the National Cinema Museum.
UNESCO-listed coastal villages with stunning hiking trails and beaches.
One of the world's most important collections of Egyptian artifacts.
Former residence of the Savoy royal family, showcasing opulent interiors and historical artifacts.
One of the largest aquariums in Europe, featuring a wide variety of marine life.
Small stuffed pasta filled with meat, served with butter and sage sauce.
Traditional Ligurian flatbread, often topped with olive oil and salt.
Warm dip made from garlic, anchovies, and olive oil, served with vegetables.
Perfect weather for exploring the city and coastal areas. Summer is peak tourist season with warm weather and numerous festivals.
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Charming town known for its truffles, wine, and medieval architecture.
Luxurious coastal town with stunning views and high-end shopping.
Famous for its unique trulli houses, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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