Vercelli is one of those Italian cities most travelers skip — and that’s exactly why it’s worth visiting. A small medieval city in northern Piedmont, surrounded by Europe’s largest rice fields, Vercelli offers history, food and authentic local life without crowds.The smartest way to experience it? Visit the city by day and stay in the peaceful countryside just outside it. Why Visit Vercelli 1. Europe’s Rice Capital Vercelli sits at the heart of the largest rice-growing area i

Vercelli is small, flat, easy to visit — and surrounded by one of the most unique landscapes in Italy. You don’t need a week. 1 or 2 days are perfect , if sai cosa fare e dove dormire. Here’s a clear, no-nonsense guide  to what to do in Vercelli. 1. Visit Basilica di Sant’Andrea (1 hour) Why:  it’s one of the earliest Gothic churches in Italy and the city’s main landmark. Time needed:  45–60 minutes Cost:  free Where:  historic center Go straight here. No detours.The architec

September in Piedmont isn't sad at all.   Summer holidays might be over, but this is when the region truly comes alive. The harvest begins, vineyards turn golden, and every weekend brings wine festivals, food celebrations, and outdoor concerts. The weather is perfect, the crowds are gone, and locals are ready to share their traditions with you. Get your wine glass ready . September in Piedmont means one thing: celebrating the grape harvest with festivals that have happened fo

The Piedmont everyone knows is Turin, Langhe, Alba, and Barolo. Beautiful, of course. But if you're looking for authentic Piedmont —quiet villages, endless rice fields, hidden sanctuaries—you need to get off the beaten path. Here are 7 secret places in Piedmont  that very few people know about. Places where mass tourism hasn't arrived, where time passes slowly, and where you experience the real Piedmont. AMY B&B  sits in the perfect position to explore them all. 1. Baraggia –