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Hi friends! Today we are talking about Turin, a city located in the Italian region of Piedmont, of which it is the capital. Turin has a population of 842,472 inhabitants, making it the fourth largest municipality in Italy. It is also the heart of a metropolitan area of around 1.7 million people.
Cultural Heritage and Economy
Economic Importance
Turin is the third largest industrial and production complex in the country, along with Milan and Genoa. It was part of the industrial triangle during the years of the Italian economic miracle. Turin is one of the main university, artistic, tourist, scientific, and cultural centers in Italy.
Cultural Treasure
The city is also Italy's cultural treasure. There are several areas and buildings included in two UNESCO-protected properties: some palaces and areas that are part of the Sabaudian Residences circuit in Piedmont (World Heritage Site) and the Po Hills area (biosphere reserve).
History of the City
Turin has a two-thousand-year-old history. It was founded around the 3rd century BC by the Taurini, before being transformed into a Roman colony by Augustus with the name "Iulia Augusta Taurinorum" in the 1st century BC. It was the capital of an important Duchy of Turin after the Ostrogoth domination, and then passed under the nominal lordship of the House of Savoy in the 11th century. In 1563 it became the capital of the Duchy of Savoy. In the 19th century, Turin became the first capital of the Kingdom of Italy from 1861-1946.
International Events
Turin has hosted important international events. In 1911, it hosted the Turin International Exhibition, and in 2006, the XX Winter Olympic Games. Since 2021, Turin has been selected as the host of the ATP Finals until at least 2025. In 2022, the city hosted the Eurovision Song Contest.
Economy, Culture and Tourism
Turin is the center of the Italian automotive industry, as well as an important center of publishing, banking and insurance, information technology, cinema, food and wine, the space industry, industrial design, sports, fashion, and artificial intelligence. Its constant growth in international importance has earned Turin the status of a global city in the "Gamma" category.
Physical Geography
Turin is located in a plain bordered by the Stura di Lanzo, Sangone, and Po rivers, which cross the city from south to north. The city is facing the opening of some alpine valleys such as the Val di Susa, which connects it with nearby France through the Frejus tunnels, the Valli di Lanzo, and the Val Sangone.
In summary, Turin is a city rich in history, culture, and economy, offering many opportunities for tourists and businesses. Its geographical location makes it an important crossroads between Italy and Europe, making it a very important global city. If you have never been, you absolutely must visit it!
