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Hello friends! Today we will talk about Turin, a city located in Italy, in the Piedmont region. Turin is the fourth largest municipality in Italy and has a population of 842,472 inhabitants (data updated as of October 31, 2022). It is also the capital of the Piedmont region and the Metropolitan City of Turin.
History of the city
Turin has a long and interesting history. The city was founded by the Taurini around the 3rd century BC and transformed into a Roman colony by Augustus in the 1st century BC. After the Ostrogothic rule, Turin became the capital of the important Duchy of Turin. Later, it came under the nominal lordship of the House of Savoy in the 11th century. In 1563, Turin became the capital of the Duchy of Savoy. In 1720, the city became the capital of the Kingdom of Sardinia, which in the 19th century would lead to the Risorgimento and make Turin the first capital (city) of the Kingdom of Italy (1861-1946) (from 1861 to 1865).
Characteristics of the city
Turin is known for many things, such as its strong economy and industrial production, which has led it to become one of the major university, artistic, tourist, scientific, and cultural centers of Italy. Additionally, the city is famous for being the birthplace of some of the major icons of Made in Italy, such as vermouth, Gianduiotto chocolate, breadsticks, and espresso coffee. Turin is also the hub of the Italian automotive industry and has a strong presence in banking, insurance, information technology, cinema, gastronomy, Space (astronomy), industrial design, sports, fashion, and artificial intelligence.
International importance
The importance of Turin has extended far beyond Italian borders, and the city has hosted important events such as the 1911 International Exposition and the XX Winter Olympic Games in 2006. In 2021, Turin hosted the ATP Finals, while in 2022 it was the host city of the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 - the famous European music competition. The consistent growth of Turin has allowed the city to acquire the status of a global city in the "Gamma" category, ranking third after Milan and Rome.
Physical geography
Turin is located in the plain delimited by the rivers Stura di Lanzo, Sangone, and Po, and facing the mouth of some of the most important Alpine valleys: Val di Susa, which connects the city with nearby France through the Frejus tunnels. Turin is also near the Lanzo Valleys and Val Sangone.
UNESCO heritage
Turin is also known for two UNESCO-protected properties: some palaces and areas belonging to the circuit of the Savoy Residences in Piedmont (World Heritage Site) and the Po Hills area (Biosphere Reserve).
I hope this article has given you an idea of what to expect during a visit to Turin. There is much to see and do in this Piedmontese city, which combines both a rich history and a lively modernity. We look forward to hearing about your adventures in Turin!
