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Hi friends! Today I will talk to you about Turin, a beautiful city in northern Italy. Turin is the fourth largest city in Italy by population, with 842,472 inhabitants as of October 31st, 2022, and is the heart of the Turin Metropolitan Area, which has around 1.7 million inhabitants.
Economy and Culture
Industry and University
Turin is famous for being the third largest complex of economics and industrial production in the country, along with Milan and Genoa, with which it formed the industrial triangle during the years of the Italian economic miracle. Additionally, Turin is a university city that welcomes Italian and international students from some of the best universities in the world. Besides academic activities, the city is famous for its schools of art and design, including the renowned Polytechnic School of Design.
Archaeology and Monuments
With a two-thousand-year history, Turin preserves many archaeological treasures and historic monuments. The city was founded in the 3rd century BC by the Taurini and then transformed into a Roman colony by Augustus with the name of Iulia Augusta Taurinorum. Later, it was ruled by the Ostrogoths and in the 11th century became the capital of the Duchy of Turin. In 1563, it was declared the capital of the Duchy of Savoy. From 1720 until 1861, Turin served as the capital of the Kingdom of Sardinia, then of the Kingdom of Italy from 1861 to 1946.
Places of Interest
UNESCO Heritage
Turin also has a great UNESCO heritage, such as some palaces and areas belonging to the Savoy residences in Piedmont and the area of the Po hills.
International Exhibitions and Sports
Turin hosted the International Exhibition of Turin in 1911 and in 2006 it hosted the XX Winter Olympic Games. Since 2021, the city has been the venue for the ATP Finals and in 2022 it hosted the Eurovision Song Contest.
Characteristics of the Territory
Rivers and Mountains
Turin is located in the plain delimited by the rivers Stura di Lanzo, Sangone and Po. The latter crosses the city from south to north, facing the mouth of some alpine valleys such as the Susa Valley, the Lanzo Valleys and the Sangone Valley.
Industry and Typical Products
Automotive Sector
Turin is also known for being the hub of the Italian automotive industry and is home to the Automobile Museum.
Food and Beverage Products
Among the typical products of Turin are vermouth, Gianduiotto chocolates, breadsticks, and espresso coffee.
Conclusions
In conclusion, Turin is a city of great cultural and economic importance. Its millennial history and strategic position on the territory make it a very interesting city from many perspectives. It is no wonder that Turin has become one of the most well-known and visited cities in Italy, reaching the status of a global city in the "Gamma" category. If you have the chance, go visit this city, you won't regret it!
