Attractions in Alba

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Alba’s historic center is defined by its Romanesque and Gothic architecture, centered around the Cattedrale di San Lorenzo. This selection features the city's significant religious sites, including the 13th-century San Domenico and the Baroque San Giuseppe, which sits atop ancient Roman foundations. Cultural insights are provided by the Federico Eusebio Museum’s archaeological collections and the Diocesan Museum, which reveals the city's evolution from the Roman era through the Middle Ages.

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Alba Cathedral

Alba Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Alba, province of Cuneo, Piedmont, Italy, dedicated to Saint Lawrence.

Tempio San Paolo

A large 20th-century church built by the Society of St. Paul. Its modern architecture features a prominent dome and serves as a central landmark for the Pauline community in Alba.

Museo Diocesano di Alba e Museo della Cattedrale

Located in the cathedral's basement, this museum displays archaeological remains of the ancient Roman city and early Christian baptisteries, alongside liturgical artifacts and medieval sculpture.

Museo Archeologico e Scienze Naturali Federico Eusebio

Founded in 1897, this museum houses archaeological finds from the Neolithic to the Roman period, including mosaics and funeral goods, plus sections dedicated to local natural history.

Chiesa di San Giuseppe

A 17th-century Baroque church featuring a period choir and organ. The basement contains significant archaeological remains, including ruins of a Roman theater and ancient city walls.

Chiesa di San Domenico

A 13th-century Gothic structure known for its pointed arches and surviving medieval frescoes. The deconsecrated space frequently hosts art exhibitions and cultural events.

Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista

This church houses significant artworks, including a 14th-century Madonna by Barnaba da Modena and a 16th-century painting by Macrino d'Alba. Its current appearance dates to 16th-century renovations.