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Hello friends, I will talk to you about Turin, one of the most important cities in Italy! Located in the Piedmont region, it has a population of almost 850,000 inhabitants. It is the third Italian city in terms of economic, artistic, and cultural importance and is famous worldwide for its artistic heritage and for being one of the main industrial centers of the nation.
Physical geography
Territory
Turin extends over a flat territory, delimited by the rivers Stura di Lanzo, Sangone, and Po, which run through it from south to north. It is located at the entrance of some alpine valleys, such as the Val di Susa, known for the Frejus tunnels, which connect it with France.
History
Foundation and Roman rule
The city has a millenary history: founded by the Taurini about 2000 years ago, it was later colonized by the Romans, who renamed it with the name of ''Iulia Augusta Taurinorum''. Later, it passed under the domain of the Ostrogoths and became the capital of an important Duchy of Turin.
House of Savoy and the Risorgimento
Later on, Turin became the capital of the Duchy of Savoy and in 1861, with the proclamation of the Kingdom of Italy, it became its first capital. In the course of the twentieth century, the city experienced rapid economic and demographic growth, becoming the heart of the industrial triangle together with Genoa and Milan.
Economy and Culture
Industry
Turin is the third economic-productive complex of the country, with a strong presence in the automotive industry, publishing, information technology, and artificial intelligence. Home of Fiat, for a long time it has been the reference point for Made in Italy in the world.
Art and Culture
The city is the fulcrum of Italian culture and art, known worldwide for the famous artistic heritage of the Savoy residences in Piedmont and for the presence of important universities and research centers. Among the major events that took place in Turin, we remember the International Exhibition of 1911, the XX Winter Olympics of 2006 and the recent Eurovision Song Contest 2022.
Global City
Turin is a globally important city, considered the third Italian city for its wide range of services and infrastructure. Its international role is constantly expanding, making it one of the most important cities in Italy.
Moreover, the city is famous worldwide for its food and wine products such as vermouth, Gianduiotti, grissini, and espresso coffee, which have made its fortune. Absolutely not to be missed!
I recommend visiting Turin, a unique city, rich in history, culture, and culinary excellence. If you have the opportunity, do not miss the chance for a stay in the city that has marked the history of Italy.
