What are some Physical Features of Northern Italy?
This lies in the extreme NW corner of Italy, bordered by the southern slopes of Mont Blanc, the Gran Paradiso and the Mt. Rosa ranges. Its landscape is all mountain peaks, glaciers, hills, mountain streams, pastures, forests and castles. Remains of the Roman age can be seen along the road from Ivrea to the Piccolo San Bernardo, and in Aosta itself. Gothic has also left its mark in Aosta and in the romantic castles of Fénis, Ussel and Verrès. A typical local object is tile “grolla” a jug dating back to the Crusades. This is the paradise of winter sportsmen: from Courmayeur and Cervinia you can ski in the summer on the glaciers of Mont Blanc. The Gran Paradiso National Park is a source of great attraction. The renowned resort of Saint Vincent has villas, fashionable night-clubs and the Casino, the venue for conferences, entertainment and cultural events alike. Its cuisine includes polenta, carbonade and chamois, served with Gamay and Chambave raisin wines. Mountains and plains, rivers, c
