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Hi friends! Today, I'm going to talk about Turin, an Italian city located in the Piedmont region. Turin has a population of about 842,472 inhabitants and extends over a metropolitan area of around 1.7 million inhabitants. It is the fourth most populous municipality in Italy and is considered the third economic and productive center of the country, along with Milan and Genoa. Moreover, Turin is a city of great cultural, university, scientific and tourist importance, with numerous sites and historic areas protected by UNESCO.
Physical geography
Territory
Turin's territory is located on the Po Valley, between the Stura di Lanzo, Sangone and Po rivers. The city is located at the opening of several alpine valleys, such as the Val di Susa, which connects it to France through the Frejus tunnels, the Lanzo Valleys and the Val Sangone.
History
Turin has a two-thousand-year history. The city was founded by the Taurini in the 3rd century BC and in the 1st century BC was transformed into a Roman colony by Augustus with the name of Iulia Augusta Taurinorum. After the Ostrogothic domination, it became the capital of the important Duchy of Turin and later 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 and from 1720 it was the capital of the Kingdom of Sardinia, a state that would lead to the Risorgimento and that made Turin the first capital of the Kingdom of Italy from 1861 to 1946.
Culture
Turin boasts several cultural attractions, such as the circuit of Savoy residences in Piedmont and the hills of the Po, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The city hosted the International Exhibition of Turin in 1911, the XX Winter Olympic Games in 2006, the ATP Finals from 2021 and the Eurovision Song Contest in 2022. Moreover, Turin is the birthplace of some of the symbolic products of "Made in Italy" such as vermouth, Gianduiotto, breadsticks, and espresso coffee.
Economy
Turin is one of the most important economic and productive centers in Italy, with a strong presence in the Italian automotive industry sector. It is also a major center of publishing, banking and insurance, information technology, cinema, enogastronomy, the aerospace sector, industrial design, sport, fashion and artificial intelligence.
Conclusion
In summary, Turin is an Italian city of great historical, cultural and economic importance. With its geographical location in northern Italy, lively cultural scene and high level of innovation, Turin confirms itself as a sought-after destination for every type of visitor. I hope you enjoyed this brief overview and maybe it piqued your curiosity to discover more about this beautiful city!
