Old Map of Piedmont & Monferrato, Italy by Joan Blaeu, 1665: Turin, Alessandria, Asti, Casale Monferrato, Vercelli bern Whitfield: A peaceful village set

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Old Map of Piedmont & Monferrato, Italy by Joan Blaeu, 1665: Turin, Alessandria, Asti, Casale Monferrato, Vercelli bern Whitfield: A peaceful village setPiedmont and Monferrato, a region in northwest Italy, is depicted in this beautifully hand colored map from 1665. The map, created by renowned Dutch cartographer Joan Blaeu, showcases the region's rich history and geography. The map encompasses the area from Turin in the west to Alessandria in the east, and from Asti in the north to Casale Monferrato in the south. It features intricate details, including cities, towns, villages, and natural landmarks.