🇫🇷🇮🇹🇺🇦🇻🇪🇨🇭🛫🇬🇧 Albertville| is a city located in the southeast of France, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. It is located in the department of Savoy and is located at the foot of the French Alps. Albertville is known for hosting the 1992 Winter Olympics and for being surrounded by beautiful alpine landscapes. Albertville has a rich history that dates back to Roman times. The city was founded in the 11th century by Amédée III of Savoy, as a fortress to protect the passage of the Alps. In 1832, Albertville became the capital of the department of Tarantoise. During World War II, Albertville was occupied by German troops, and suffered serious damage during the fighting between the Allies and the Germans. After the war, the city was rebuilt and became an important industrial and commercial center of the region. In 1992, Albertville was the venue for the Winter Olympic Games, which was an important boost for the city and for the region in general. Since then, Albertville has become a popular tourist destination thanks to its privileged location in the French Alps and its many tourist attractions. The architecture of Albertville is a mixture of historical and modern styles, which reflect its rich history and its growing economic development. Some of the most outstanding historical buildings in the city include: The church of San Grato, a Romanesque church from the 12th century, which has an octagonal tower and a facade ornamented with sculptures. The Torre de la Comtesse, a medieval tower from the 13th century that was part of the city's fortifications.

свернуть