Alba is a small but picturesque town in the Piedmont region of northwestern Italy, known for its white truffles. The town is a convenient base for exploring the surrounding countryside, with its rolling hills, vineyards and medieval villages. Alba’s main square is a beautiful piazza with a Baroque church and a number of bars and restaurants. The surrounding streets are lined with old buildings, some dating back to the Middle Ages. There are also a few interesting museums, including the Regional Museum of Alba, which has a collection of local art and artifacts, and the Truffle Museum, which is devoted to the region’s most famous export. Alba is also home to a number of wine producers, and wine tastings can be arranged at many of the local wineries.