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The Historic City of Alessandria lies in the northwest of Italy, just 90 km from Turin. Head for the hat museum, admire the campanile and enjoy some fine food and great wines.  Alessandria, Lissandria in Piedmontese, is the capital of the Province of Alessandria in Piedmont. The city was founded in 1168 following the union …

Alessandria, Lissandria in Piedmontese, is the capital of the Province of Alessandria in Piedmont, north western Italy. The city lies about 90 km southeast of Turin and was founded in 1168 following the union of four villages, Borgoglio, Gamondio, Marengo and Rovereto. Named Alessandria, in honour of Pope Alessandrio III, it served as a major …