Fossano is a small town in the province of Cuneo, in the Piedmont region of north-western Italy. It is located in the middle of the Susa Valley, on the left bank of the Stura di Demonte, a tributary of the Po. The town is surrounded by the Alps, with Mount Viso to the west and the Monviso group to the east. Fossano is a town with a long and rich history. It was first mentioned in a document dating from 1029. The town grew rapidly in the 12th and 13th centuries, thanks to its strategic location on the important trade route between France and Italy. The town's prosperity continued in the following centuries, thanks to its textile industry. Fossano is a charming town, with a picturesque old centre, surrounded by the Alps. It is a great place to explore the Alps and the Piedmont region.
