Chiesanuova
Hello friends, today I want to talk to you about a very important Italian city: Turin! It is located in the Piedmont region and has a population of 842,472 inhabitants. It is the fourth largest municipality in Italy in terms of population and is also the heart of the Turin metropolitan area, which has around 1.7 million inhabitants.
Economy and Culture
Industry and University
Turin is a very important city for the country's economy, thanks to its strong industrial production. In the past, together with Milan and Genoa, it was part of the famous Italian industrial triangle. Today, it is recognized as one of the main university, cultural and tourist hubs in Italy. Furthermore, it has several areas and buildings protected by UNESCO, such as some palaces and areas that are part of the circuit of Savoy residences in Piedmont and the Po hills area.
History
Foundation and Development
Turin has a very ancient history and dates back to the 3rd century BC, when it was founded by the Taurini. Later, it became a Roman colony, during the reign of Augustus. Over the centuries, it underwent various influences and conquests by various powers, becoming the capital of the Duchy of Turin and the Marquisate of Turin. In 1563, it became the capital of the Duchy of Savoy, which later led to the Risorgimento and the birth of modern Italy.
Tourist Attractions
Olympic Games and More
Over the years, Turin has hosted many events of great importance, such as the 2006 Winter Olympics and the Eurovision Song Contest 2022. Furthermore, it is the birthplace of many products that have become symbols of "Made in Italy" all over the world, such as vermouth, Gianduiotti, grissini and espresso coffee. There are also important museums among the tourist attractions, such as the Egyptian Museum and the novelty of the Museum of the 20th century.
Geography
Territory
Turin is located in the plain delimited by the Stura di Lanzo, Sangone and Po rivers, which cross the city from south to north. Thanks to its location, Turin also faces the opening of some alpine valleys such as Val di Susa, Valli di Lanzo and Val Sangone, which connect it with neighboring France through numerous road and rail tunnels.
In conclusion, if you have the opportunity to visit Italy, I highly recommend dedicating some time to this splendid city that combines history, culture, economy and scenic beauty. Goodbye friends, until next time!
