Alba is a town of Piedmont, Italy, in the province of Cuneo and with a population of 31.280 people .
It is considered the capital of the hilly area of Langhe, and is famous for the white truffle, peach and wine production
Alba's origins date from before the Roman civilization, connected probably to the presence of Celt and Ligurian tribes in the area.

There are many festivals and fairs, and almost all revolve around the wine and truffles like the manifestation of Vinum and autumn fair dedicated to truffles and gastronomy. The fair in October is a review of all that Alba can offer, from culture, tradition, sport, services and organization.

We can find the characteristics of rural culture in the carousel of a hundred towers and the donkey race. With this event Alba finds the charm of the Middle Ages