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Hi everyone! Today I will talk to you about the beautiful city of Turin, in Italy. Turin is a municipality with a population of 842,472 inhabitants and is the fourth most populous municipality in Italy. It is also the heart of a metropolitan area of about 1.7 million people. Turin is the third largest complex of Italy's economy and industrial production, along with Milan and Genoa, and in the past was part of the Italian industrial triangle during the economic miracle of the 1960s and 1970s. The city is also an important university, artistic, tourist, scientific, and cultural center of Italy. In addition, some areas and buildings in Turin have been included in the list of UNESCO-protected heritage sites.
History
Foundation
Turin has a two-thousand-year history. The city was founded around the 3rd century BC by the Taurini, a Celtic tribe. Its original location is probably near the present position of the city.
Transformation into a Roman colony
Subsequently, in the 1st century BC, the city was transformed into a Roman colony by Augustus and was called Iulia Augusta Taurinorum.
Lordship of the House of Savoy
After passing under the dominion of the Ostrogoths, Turin became the capital of an important duchy of Turin. Later, in the 11th century, it passed under the nominal lordship of the House of Savoy. In 1563, Turin became the capital of the Duchy of Savoy.
Capital of the Kingdom of Sardinia and the Kingdom of Italy
After being the capital of the Marquisate of Turin, in 1720 it became the capital of the Kingdom of Sardinia and then of the Kingdom of Italy. Turin has hosted important international events such as the International Exhibition of 1911, the Winter Olympic Games of 2006, the ATP Finals since 2021, and, in 2022, the Eurovision Song Contest.
Physical Geography
Territory
Turin is located in the plain that is surrounded by the rivers Stura di Lanzo, Sangone, and Po, the largest of which crosses the city from south to north. Turin is located in front of the entrance of some alpine valleys, such as Val di Susa and the Valli di Lanzo and Val Sangone.
Economy
Turin is the hub of the Italian automobile industry and is home to the headquarters of some of the largest companies in the sector. In addition, the city is an important center for publishing, banking, insurance, information technology, cinema, food and wine, the space industry, industrial design, sports, fashion, and artificial intelligence.
Conclusions
In short, Turin offers many opportunities for anyone who wants to visit or live there. The city has a very interesting history and much to offer in terms of culture, art, and gastronomy. It's no wonder that Turin has become one of the most important cities in Italy and the world!
