Alba, a city of Mediaeval origin ,as can be witnessed by the numerous towers of its historical centre, is considered the Queen of the Langhe and Roero district. People enjoy walking along Via Vittorio Emanuele, a lively street in the heart of the city where one can admire elegant shops, as well as important historical buildings and churches of different periods. Every Saturday this street is lined with the stalls of the colourful street market which extends to Piazza Duomo and Via Cavour. This is another street of great interest and importance due to the defensive structures of the buildings with medieval towers, a testimonial of power in the past.