Racconigi, Administrative commune in Province of Cuneo, Italy.
Description
Racconigi is a small commune in Cuneo Province situated in the flat terrain of northern Piedmont, about 40 kilometers south of Turin. The town centers on its castle and spreads into residential neighborhoods and agricultural surroundings typical of the region.
History
The Castle of Racconigi, built in the 16th century, later became the summer residence of Italian royalty and shaped the town's development. This royal connection established the town as a place of regional importance during that era.
Culture
The town embodies Piedmontese traditions through its local food production and seasonal gatherings that mark the community calendar throughout the year. Visitors can observe how residents celebrate these customs in their everyday lives.
Practical
The town is easily reached by train or car and offers accommodations, restaurants, and local shops for visitors. Walking is the best way to explore, as the flat terrain makes getting around comfortable.
Did you know?
A bird conservation center near the castle works on reintroducing white storks to the area, a project that has seen several pairs successfully return to the region. This effort shows how the town balances heritage with nature.
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Castle of Racconigi
656 m
Royal Sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin of the Graces
975 m
San Giovanni Battista, Racconigi
347 m
Church of St. Mary Major
319 m
Church of the Most Holy Name of Jesus
399 m
Beata Caterina Mattei
557 m
San Rocco
609 m
Chiesa di Santa Maria
7.9 km
Castello di Casalgrasso
7.3 kmSantuario della Beata Vergine del Pilone
7.5 km
Castello di Carpenetta
5.2 kmPinacoteca "Giuseppe Augusto Levis"
548 mTenuta Berroni
495 mConfluenza Po - Maira
8.5 kmAbbazia di Santa Maria
4.9 kmTorre civica
4.8 km
Town hall of Murello
6.7 km
Castello di Cavallerleone
3.4 km
Castello
8.3 km
Town hall of Racconigi
602 mBosco del Merlino
4.3 kmParco di Racconigi e boschi lungo il torrente Maira
2.2 kmOlmo del Caucaso
988 mSantuario della Madonna delle Grazie
7.6 km
Murello Castle
6.6 km
Town hall of Cavallerleone
3.4 km
Castello di Bonavalle
4.9 kmVita in campaga
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