Abundant in history, culture, fine weather, great food, sun-drenched beaches and alpine summits, few countries can boast the variety of splendour found in Italy. Even when you remove Venice, Verona and Rome from the list of places to see you’re still spoilt for choice. Here are five regions for you to explore on your next trip…
Piedmont
In the north-western corner of the country, this mountainous region is home to the elegant city of Turin, with its tree-lined boulevards and classy cafes. You’ll also find the wine-mecca that is Barolo, which is a lovely hilltop town. And for the finest dark chocolate and white truffles, head to the city of Alba – a particular draw in autumn with its annual truffle fair.
