Turin can be called a place of stately architecture, antiquity and elegance. In the period 1861-1865. it had the status of the capital of Italy. Turin is truly a two-faced and mysterious city, it is believed that with Prague and Lyon it forms the so-called. "Devil's triangle".
Turin is the capital of the Piedmont province. This city is one of the most famous cities in Italy. The climate here is very mild; in winter, the temperature rarely drops below zero.
Features of Turin
The popular Egyptian Museum acts as a visiting card of the city. Tourists often come to Turin to visit the National Museum of Cinematography. Here you can watch two dozen films at the same time on a faceted screen. Having been here, you cannot leave without visiting the chocolate shops and historic cafes.
Turin translated from Latin means "bull", this animal is the symbol of the city. Tourists tend to step on the belly of the image of a bull, which is engraved on the city paths, as it is believed to bring good luck. But a tourist who steps on the rest of the animal's body will fulfill any desire. When visiting Turin, every tourist should taste the real and correct risotto.
Turin landmarks
Tourists most often visit the Baroque palaces in Turin. You should definitely visit the National Museum of Cinematography, the building alone fascinates with its uniqueness - it has the shape of an inverted glass.
There is also an Automobile Museum in the city, its collection includes about 170 exhibits. In the museum you can see carts of the 18th century and modern high-speed cars. In the Egyptian Museum of 1824, you can admire 30,000 exhibits that tell about the development of Egyptian civilization. Among the most valuable exhibits are the Pharaoh Papyrus and the Golden Mask.
The city also has a Museum of Criminal Anthropology and a Mining Museum. The Piedmont Puppet Museum is also highly recommended. Those who like active rest will find entertainment for themselves in Turin; discos in nightclubs are organized for them here. Shopping enthusiasts will find a variety of shops, while gourmets can enjoy the exquisite cuisine of Turin. The cuisine here is considered one of the best in all of Italy.
Tourists here will be able to use the tourist card: Turin + Piedmont, it will allow you to travel with a small budget and admire the main city of the region. The map covers a visit to the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, where the shrine is located - the Shroud of Turin. It is a four-meter canvas in which, according to legend, the body of Jesus Christ was wrapped after death.
