Valenza, Commune in Province of Alessandria, Italy
Valenza is a town in the Province of Alessandria in northern Italy, located on the right bank of the Po River and nestled into gentle hills. It sits at about 125 meters elevation at the edge of the Monferrato and Lomellina regions.
The location was originally a Ligurian settlement that Romans conquered in the 2nd century BC and renamed Forum Fulvii. This new city quickly became an important trading and judicial hub along the Po.
Jewelry crafting has shaped local life here, with workshops visible throughout the town where artisans work with gold and silver every day. The tradition shows itself in shop windows and the skilled hands that continue techniques passed down over generations.
A railway station connects the town to major destinations in the region, including direct trains to Turin and Alessandria. Visitors can use these rail links to reach the town easily and explore the surrounding area.
Much of the jewelry produced here reaches markets around the world and plays a significant role in European precious metal trade. This global reach has built the town's reputation far beyond its region.
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