The Church of the Madonnina, also known as the Oratory of San Rocco, was constructed in 1630. The only monument in Rivarone still stands today. The people of Rivarone voted to build this church to honor the protector saints during a time of plague. Townspeople even pitched in to help move materials to the Church of the Madonnina from an old church site that was in ruins.
The Marengo Battle Museum in Alessandria is named after the battle that took place in 1800 when Napoleon Bonaparte moved in for a surprise attack on the Austrian forces. When Napoleon won the battle, Alessandria became the capital of the Department of Marengo.
The Museo di Scienze Naturali e Planetario, also known as the Theatre Academy of Sciences, is also found in Alessandria. The museum aims to explain the origin and evolution of the planet. Visitors will find information on rocks, volcanoes, minerals, animals, plants, astronomy, ecosystems and paleontological items.
The Antiquarium Forum in Alessandria is situated on an archaeological site. The site includes artifacts that span from prehistoric times to the Roman Empire, specifically information on the importance of the River Tanaro.
The Museo del Fiume, also known as the River Museum, in Alessandria is dedicated to the November 1994 flood of the River Tanaro and the destruction it caused in the city. Museum displays include documents, studies and scientific research pertaining to the flood and information on reconstruction efforts that rebuilt the city.
The Palazzo Ghilini, or simply the Palazzo, was constructed in Alessandria in the 18th century. Benedetto Alfieri and Giovanbattista Gianotti designed the building, which is a good representation of Baroque architecture. There are two atriums, one with an octagon shape and the other with a rectangle shape, both facing a beautiful courtyard. The property is owned by Alessandria's Provincial Council.
