Lemie
Hi friends, today we will talk about Turin, a city located in northwest Italy, in the Piedmont region. With a population of about 840,000 inhabitants, it is the fourth most populous commune in Italy. Turin is also the capital of the region and metropolitan city.
A city of global importance
Economy and culture
Turin is one of the main hubs of industrial production in the country, along with Milan and Genoa. In the past, it was part of the so-called industrial triangle during the years of the Italian economic miracle. Today, the city focuses on some leading sectors such as the automotive industry, publishing, banking and insurance, information technology, cinema, fashion, and artificial intelligence.
But it is not just a city of work: Turin is also an important university, cultural and artistic center with museums, monuments, and palaces representing its glorious millennial history. Moreover, it is the hub of wine and food tourism, with specialties such as vermouth, gianduiotti, grissini, and espresso coffee.
It is a city where tourism is not lacking, with major international events such as the Eurovision Song Contest, held here in 2022. Additionally, in 2006, Turin hosted the XX Winter Olympic Games.
The millennial history of Turin
Founding the city
Turin boasts a millennial history. In fact, the city was founded around the 3rd century BC by the Taurini, a Celtic people who inhabited the area.
Subsequently, with the transition to Roman rule, Turin was transformed into a Roman colony called "Iulia Augusta Taurinorum". Then, in the course of the high Middle Ages, it was the capital of the very important Duchy of Turin, and finally, it became the capital of the Kingdom of Sardinia, which led to the Italian Risorgimento.
The geography of Turin
Territory
Turin is located on the plain delimited by the rivers Stura di Lanzo, Sangone, and Po. The area is a combination of hills, lakes, and rivers. The city is crossed by the Po River, which divides it in half until its mouth in the Mediterranean Sea. Moreover, the city overlooks some alpine valleys such as the Val di Susa, which connects the city with neighboring France through the Frejus tunnels.
It is also important to note that a part of Turin's territory is protected by UNESCO. In fact, some palaces and areas belonging to the circuit of the Savoy residences in Piedmont constitute the world heritage, while the area of the Po hills is a biosphere reserve.
In conclusion, Turin is a city that has a lot to offer, from its millennial history to its economy and culture today. I recommend you to visit it to discover its beauty and charm.
