Turin is located in a picturesque location at the foot of the mountains and the confluence of the Po and Dora Riparia rivers. The city is somewhat different from all the others in its strict rectangular layout, wide avenues and squares. Most of the architectural monuments built in Turin fall on the XVII-XVIII centuries. The area of ​​the historical center exceeds 4 sq. km. All this means that an active city tour in one day should be a success!

Palazzo Madama

Transport

Public transport in Turin is well developed: more than 100 bus and 8 tram routes and 1 metro line. It should be noted right away that there are no metro stations in the historical center - they are located on the southern and western borders of the center. Torino Porta Susa train station is located on the western border and Torino Porta Nuova on the southern border.

Torino + Piemonte Card

If you plan to walk a lot to the city's museums, parks and palaces, travel by public transport, it is beneficial for you to purchase a special card, the cost of which ranges from 20 euros (2 days) to 35 euros (7 days). It applies not only to the cultural heritage of Turin, but also to the entire Piedmont.

What is worth trying?

The Piedmontese roast meat platter (fritto misto alla piemontese) is considered one of the traditional dishes. Meat (veal, lamb or pork) is breaded and fried. A great choice would be lunch at Eataly, a health food chain inspired by the Slow Food movement. Better yet, try the real haute Italian cuisine in the star-studded restaurants, which is only possible in Piedmont.

As a gift, buy the famous Turin sweets - gianduiotto. In appearance, they resemble a boat turned upside down. It is a kind of mixture of praline with chocolate and nuts. Such a gift, wrapped in gold or silver foil, will not leave anyone indifferent.

The typical drink of this Piedmont city is bicerin. It is made from milk, chocolate and espresso coffee. Traditionally, it is served in a glass cup, because the very word "bicherin" is a "glass"). 11 years ago this drink was recognized as the traditional drink of Turin!

Turin landmarks

The main square in the city is the Castle Square (Piazza Castello). During the 2006 Winter Olympics, an official ceremony took place here. Among the most important buildings from an architectural point of view, the Royal Palace (Palazzo Reale) should be noted, which for about 200 years was the seat of the Savoy dynasty. The palace, designed by Ascanio Vittozzi, was completely finished in 1658. The interior of the building is remarkable for the staircase, the apartments of the Prince of Piedmont. In addition to the majesty of the architecture, you can enjoy a stroll through the gardens (Giardini Reali), also located in Turin. The work on their creation was led by the architect André Le Nôtre.

Royal Palace (Palazzo Reale)

Another building in the main city square is Palazzo Madama, which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. In the old days, the palace was both an observatory and a residence; the parliament and the court were located here. In 2006, after a grandiose restoration, the Museum of Ancient Art was reopened, which has been storing knowledge about the world since 1934. In 2006, after a series of restorations, the doors of the museum were reopened to the public.

Castle Square (Piazza Castello)

About 300 m south of the Royal Palace is the Palazzo Carignano, which is also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Please note that this building was built in the Piedmont Baroque style. The palace is decorated with frescoes by Stefano Legnani. In 1861 - 1864, the palazzo was the parliament of the united Italy, now it also symbolically houses the Museum of the Risorgimento (the movement for the unification of Italy).

After walking around Piazza Castello, you can see the Cathedral of Turin, which is within walking distance of the city's most important palaces - Palazzo Madama and the Royal Palace. Art critics emphasize that this is the only temple in the entire city, which was built in the style of the Renaissance (construction began in 1491). In the 17th century, the Chapel of the Sacred Shroud (Cappella della Sacra Sindone) was erected here. It is designed to store the "Shroud of Turin". Believers believe that it was in it that the body of Jesus Christ was wrapped after death. The Shroud is displayed only a few times a century.

Turin Cathedral

200 meters from the Cathedral is the Church of St. Dominic (Chiesa di San Domenico), built in the XIV-XV centuries. This is the only temple in the city, made in the Gothic style. Inside the church, noteworthy is the Thanksgiving chapel and the frescoes by an unknown author from the 14th century.

Then it is recommended to see one of the symbols of Turin - the Mole Antonelliana tower, which is located just 0.5 km from the Duomo. It is noteworthy that it is this beauty that can be seen from all parts of the city. Now it houses the National Museum of Cinematography (Museo Nazionale del Cinema).

Mole Antonelliana

Also, in the immediate vicinity of the Cathedral, you will find the historic palace gates, which serve as a testament to the past of the ancient city, which was founded in 28 BC. e. by the Romans and named "Augusta Taurinorum". It is important not to confuse the periods in the history of this gate. Only a wall of cement and stones that unites the two towers belongs to the era of the ancient Romans. The 16-sided towers themselves were erected in the XIII-XIV centuries. Many legends are associated with the palace gates. According to legend, in one of them, Pontius Pilate was held in a prison at the Main Gate.

Palace gates

Be sure to see one of the most beautiful places in Turin - Piazza San Carlo, also located in the "heart" of the historic center (1.5 km from the Castle Square). It is simply huge: it is 168 m long and 76 m wide.In 1838, a monument to Emmanuel Philibert, Duke of Savoy, was erected here (meaning the battle with the French at Saint-Quentin in 1557). The inhabitants of the city called the monument "the bronze horse" (Caval ëd Brons in the dialect). The square attracted representatives of the intelligentsia at any time. On the square, you can appreciate the interior of the Caffè San Carlo, Turin (Caffè Torino). And in the restaurant "Neuv CavaldBrons" there is a stone staircase leading to the upper floor, and from there a magnificent view of the square opens up.

From Piazza San Carlo, you can go to see the Queen's Villa (Villa della Regina). In this case, it is better to use public transport as the distance is 3 km. The 17th century “Villa of the Queen” garden and park ensemble is located on the Turin Hill, modeled on Roman villas. You can stroll through the lush garden and grottoes, fountains and terraces. This place of harmony suffered during the Second World War. However, large-scale restoration work, completed in 2006, returned the garden and park complex to its original appearance.

Italian Turin is one of the most popular tourist cities in Italy. The name of the city is translated as "small bull". The coat of arms of Turin depicts a golden bull. According to local tradition, it is believed that if you step on the belly of a bull, then wealth awaits you. The image of this animal can be found everywhere in the city.

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General information

Among the largest cities in Italy Turin ranks fourth... It is radically different in style from other cities in the country. Even having visited Rome, Naples and, tourists cannot imagine what awaits them in Turin. For example, there is a museum that has no equal in all of Europe - the Egyptian Museum. In terms of the variety and richness of its exposition, it can even compete with the Cairo Museum.

On the map, Turin is located in the north of the country, in the Piedmont region.

From an esoteric point of view, the city is also quite interesting. It is part of the so-called devil's triangle, the corners of which are Turin, Lyon and Prague.

What to see in Turin? In this city, be sure to visit:

• Castello Square;
• Madama Castle;
• Egyptian Museum;
• Royal Palace;
• Cathedral of John the Baptist.

City `s history

At present, it never occurs to anyone to doubt that Turin is an Italian city... Over the years, Turin has not only been Italian. Over the centuries, many armies have conquered it. The city was founded by the Romans. In the 8th century, the Duchy of Lombard was located here, and in the 16th century the Dynasty of Savoy ruled here. Turin was the center of the Sardinian kingdom and only much later the Italian one. Each new ruler tried not to destroy, but to strengthen, enrich and decorate the city.

The real development in Turin began after it became the capital of the Italian Republic. The changes primarily affected industrialization. Now, in terms of industrialization in Italy, only Milan can compete with Turin. All over the world, this city is known as the place where FIAT cars were first produced. In general, cars have been produced here since the end of the 19th century. This is not only passenger transport, but also agricultural, commercial, industrial transport.

If you look at the map of Italy, you can see that the most important transport routes of the country pass through Turin.

Comparisons to Paris

Often Turin, whose sights are distinguished by elegance and grace, is called "Italian Paris".

Usually, Italian old buildings are only of historical value and do not differ in external beauty. The same cannot be said about the buildings of Turin. Moreover, the local buildings not only look great, but also form a harmonious composition. They are all built in the same artistic style. Descriptions of attractions cannot convey the beauty of the local architecture. You can evaluate it only in photographs or by arriving here in person.

Castello square

There are two special squares in Turin - Piazza San Carlo and Piazza Castello. The heart of the city is the square, or, as it is called here, Piazza Castello... The architect who designed it, Ascanio Vitozzi, was inspired by the 13th century Madama castle located here.

Elements of the palace architecture can also be found on the square. On the sides of Piazzi Castello are the city theater, the Royal Palace, and the library. The palace library contains a masterpiece of world painting - a self-portrait by Leonardo da Vinci.

Palazzo Madama

Castle, or Palazzo Madama often called two-faced. This is because on the outside it is made in the Baroque style, and on the inside - in the medieval style. On the old maps of the city, an ancient Roman camp is marked on the site of this object. Its layout is reflected in the architecture of the Palazzo.

The name of the castle is associated with Margaret of Austria, who lived here. Residents of the city called it among themselves "Madama", therefore, the name of the Palazzo Madama was rather stuck behind the entire building. During a tour of the castle, you can see household items from the times of Margaret of Austria. There is an exhibition of paintings and jewelry from those times.

For comparison, visit another palace in Turin, Palazzo Reale, or the Royal Palace. Princess Christina of France lived here in the 17th century.

Cathedral of John the Baptist

This cathedral was built during the Renaissance and is a typical representative of the architecture of that era. The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist is very popular among tourists from different countries. There are also many Russian tourists here. The fact is that it contains one of the most famous Christian relics - the Sacred Shroud. The very Shroud, in which the body of Jesus Christ was wrapped after his death, is kept in the chapel of the building.

In the last century, there was a fire in the cathedral. After him, security measures were strengthened here - the Sacred Shroud is protected by six layers of bulletproof glass. So that from time to time the tissue does not collapse - it lies in a special container where a constant temperature is maintained, there are no bacteria and a special mixture of argon, nitrogen and oxygen is pumped in. The relic is shown to the parishioners of the cathedral once every 25 years. The next time the Shroud will be taken out of the container will be in 2025.

Not far from the cathedral is the Shroud Museum, where you can learn everything about this artifact.

Mole Antonellana Tower

This tower, like the Royal Palace in Turin, is one of the main symbols of the city. She is known for her shape. Mole Antonellana Tower made in the form of an inverted glass. Its height is 167 meters. It is the tallest man-made tower in the world.

There is a cinema museum inside the building. It takes up five floors. The exposition of the museum tells the history of Italian cinema from its inception to the present day. There are books, posters, drawings, photographs, in one way or another related to Italian cinema. The total number of exhibits on display is about 20 thousand.

One of the halls of the museum is equipped so that you could watch twenty films at once... The screens are located not only on the walls, but also on the ceiling of the room. The museum boasts a huge collection of films, over 12 thousand films. Pictures of completely different genres, different periods of time and directors are kept here.

There are also special active rooms in the cinema museum, where any visitor can transform into the hero of the film.

Museum of Egyptian Culture

This museum in Turin contains tens of thousands of exhibits, many of which are absolutely unique. The most famous of them:

• Gold mask;
• Sarcophagus of Merit and Kha;
• Pharaoh's papyrus.

The founder of the museum, Carlo Felice, bought many of the artifacts here from the French ambassador who lived in the Egyptian capital two centuries ago. Since then, the collection of Egyptian antiquities has grown every day.

Superga

History of the Basilica on Superga Hill closely related to the dynasty of Savoy. In 1706, Duke Victor Amadeus I. I. vowed that he would build a basilica on the hill if he won the battle with the French. He won and kept his oath. The temple was built in honor of the Virgin Mary. The work was carried out for 14 years. Superga boasts a collection of portraits of pontiffs. There is also a portrait of St. Peter.

Since 1884, a funicular has been operating here, delivering parishioners to the hill.

In 1949, the basilica was badly damaged... It was hit by a plane carrying the Italian football team "Torino". The footballers and journalists who flew with them were killed. The damaged walls of the basilica were decided not to be repaired. In memory of this event, a memorial was erected near the basilica.

Culinary attractions

Turin - the culinary capital... The city is justly proud of its traditional cuisine - risotto, grissini bread sticks, bollito meat. All these dishes were invented here and it is here that they are prepared in a special way. Many local recipes contain a variety of cheeses.

Love for lavish feasts originated in the city back in the Middle Ages. During the feasts of that time, many dishes remained uneaten. The day after the holiday, local chefs prepared new dishes from the products left over from the feast. Many of those dishes later became very popular and even traditional in Italy.

Often people from Turin cook simple food - boiled meat, sausages, anchovies. Each Turin recipe requires a special wine to be served. The collection of wines is huge here. Only an experienced sommelier can find the perfect wine for every local dish. Vermouth is loved most of all here. Turin is considered the birthplace of the martini drink.

Outcomes

Turin is a city of incredible beauty and history... That there is only one Royal Palace. The city is located in the background of the Alps, next to the Po river.

Before traveling to Italy, be sure to stock up on a city map and mark the sights you want to visit in advance. If you don't know Italian well, take a phrasebook with you - not all locals know English.

It is a city of majestic architecture, elegance and antiquity at the same time. From 1861 to 1865, it was the capital of all of Italy, and now it is not only a beautiful city, but also a place of interesting cultural initiatives, such as the International Book Salon, or the Salon of Taste, which the organizers of the Slow Food Association are proud of.

Turin is a mysterious and two-faced city: together with Lyon and Prague, it forms the so-called "devil's triangle". And at the same time, it is here that one of the most famous relics in the world is kept - the sacred shroud. There are countless reasons to visit this wonderful city.

(Mole Antonelliana)

Towering over the city, this building is a symbol of Turin and was originally conceived as the main synagogue. In 1863, the construction of the tower began under the direction of the architect Alessandro Antonelli. When, by 1876, he decided, contrary to the original plan, to significantly increase the height of the tower, the Jewish community refused to continue funding its construction. Only in 1889 the city authorities completed the construction. Now, on a modern observation elevator, you can go up to the very spire of the tower and see the whole of Turin under your feet. But 163 meters in height is not the only advantage of Mole Antonelliana. The building itself now houses the Museum of Cinematography, where you can get acquainted with the history of the big screen - from the inception of cinema to the present day.

Mole Antonelliana. Photo paesionline.it

The museum is open all days of the week except Monday from 10.00 to 20.00, on Saturday from 10.00 to 23.00. A full ticket to the museum costs 6.50, a reduced one - 2 euros. The rise in the observation elevator will cost 4.50 euros (concessional - 3.20). A single ticket "museum + sightseeing elevator" costs 8 euros, a concessional ticket - 4.50.

Skyscraper Intesa Sanpaolo

Glass, steel and green oases. Mayor Fassino: "It will become another symbol of the city."

The Intesa Sanpaolo skyscraper, designed by the architect Renzo Piano, has opened in the city center, between Corso Vittorio and Corso Ingilterra. The skyscraper, which will employ more than 2,000 employees of Italy's first banking group, will become the new headquarters of Intesa Sanpaolo in Turin. The skyscraper is made in the style of eco-construction: double facade cladding, geothermal power supply, LED lighting.

The chief architect of the project, Renzo Piano, emphasized two important characteristics of his own work in Turin: "The skyscraper is self-powered (Energy Intelligence system) and is open to the city, these are two key elements that today constitute the essence of modern architecture." Some floors of the skyscraper are indeed open to the public, especially the last three floors, which are home to a greenhouse with a restaurant and cafe. According to the mayor of Turin, Fassino, "the skyscraper will become a symbol of the city and true modern innovation."

Address: Corso Inghilterra n ° 3

Piazza Castello

This square can be considered a real "fulcrum" of Turin: since the ancient Roman era, city life has always raged here. The square is overlooked by the most important buildings of Turin: the Royal Palace, the Royal Theater, built in 1700, the regional government building, the Government Palace (now the seat of the prefecture), the Armory and the Royal Library, which, among other things, contains the works of Leonardo da Vinci.

Castello Square. Royal Palace. Photo industriadelturismo.com

The four main streets of Turin originate from here: Via Roma, Via Pietro Micca, Via Po and Via Garibaldi, which, incidentally, is one of the longest pedestrianized streets in Europe.

In the center of the square rises the Madama Palace. Piazza Castello was designed in 1584 by Ascanio Vitozzi, when there was already a 13th century castle, which perfectly fit into the new project and was later decorated by Filippo Juvarra with a Baroque facade.

Madama Palace (Palazzo Madama) and Museum of Ancient Art

Located in the center of Piazza Castello, its magnificent 18th century façade can be easily seen from Via Garibaldi. The palace got its name in the 17th century, when the mother of Charles Emmanuel II, Maria Christina of France, who ruled the country at that time, chose the palace as her residence in 1637.

View of the Madama Palace from above. Photo museionline.it

Currently, it houses a museum of ancient art. The collections are located on four floors, traveling along which you can view a collection of works of art from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance, a collection of paintings of the 17th-18th centuries, see the famous "Portrait of a Man" by Antonello da Messina, kept in the Treasure Tower, and admire unique ivory items , ceramics, glass, fabrics and precious stones.

One of the halls of the Museum of Antique Art. Photo torinomia.com

The museum is open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10.00 to 18.00, on Sunday from 10.00 to 20.00. Day off - Monday. The cost of a full ticket is 7.5 euros. The first Tuesday of every month is free to enter the museum.

Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist (Duomo di San Giovanni)

The cathedral is dedicated to the heavenly patron of Turin - Saint John the Baptist. It was built in 1491-1498 by the will of Cardinal Domenico della Rovere and designed by the Tuscan architect Meo del Caprina. In the 17th century, the Chapel of the Holy Shroud by the architect Guarino Guarini was added to the building.

Cathedral of John the Baptist and the Chapel of the Holy Shroud. Photo comune.torino.it

This chapel contains the famous canvas, in which, according to legend, the body of Jesus Christ was wrapped after it was taken from the cross and on which the imprint of his image remained. Numerous pilgrims flock here to see the holy relic with their own eyes. Despite a massive fire on the night of April 11-12, 1997, which severely damaged a significant part of the chapel, the Holy Shroud was rescued from the fire. Restoration work is still going on in the chapel itself, and the sacred canvas has since been kept in a special container in which certain atmospheric conditions are maintained.

Shroud of Turin. Photo deviaggio.info

In the lower church of the cathedral, the Museum of Sacred Art is open to visitors.

Egyptian Museum (Museo delle Antichità Egizie)

It has existed in Turin for almost two centuries and is considered the second most important museum after a similar museum in Cairo. The museum dates back to 1826 with the collection of Carlo Felice, acquired from the French consul in Egypt, Bernardino Drovetti. Subsequently, the collection was significantly expanded largely thanks to the efforts of the Egyptologist Ernesto Schiaparelli, who headed the museum in 1894 and organized the first Italian expedition to Egypt. Among the most interesting exhibits of the museum are the Turin papyrus (or the royal canon), which helps to understand the successive rulers of Egypt, the papyrus of the gold mines, the intact tomb of the architect Kha and his wife Merit. One of the most recent significant acquisitions is the rocky temple of Ellisia, donated to Italy by the Egyptian government for its contribution to the preservation of the cultural heritage of Egypt.

Museum exhibits. Photo sallyfischerpr.com

The Egyptian Museum is housed in a 17th century palace, which is also home to the Academy of Sciences. The cost of a full entrance ticket is 7.5 euros, a reduced one - 3.5 euros (including for young people 18-25 years old), free of charge - for those under 18 years old, military and disabled people. The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 8.30 am to 7.30 pm.

Basilica di Superga

Also known as the Royal Basilica of Superga, it rises above the hill of the same name in the east of Turin, offering magnificent views of the city and the Alps. Built by King Vittorio Amedeo II (designed by the Messinian Filippo Juvarra) as a gratitude to the Virgin Mary for defeating the French who besieged Turin in 1706, the Basilica is a true masterpiece of 18th century Baroque architecture.

Basilica of Superga. Photo abbeytravel.it

By the will of Vittorio Amedeo III, a crypt in the form of a Latin cross was built in the underground part of the basilica, which contains the remains of representatives of the Savoy dynasty.

The Basilica is open to visitors from 9.00 to 12.00 and from 15.00 to 17.00 in winter and until 18.00 in summer.

Valentino Castle and Park (Castello e Parco del Valentino)

And the park of the same name is located in the city center, on the banks of the Po River. It is believed that the castle got its name from St. Valentine, whose remains are kept in a crystal casket in the Church of St. Vitus, located on a hill overlooking Valentino Park. According to another version, the opening of this park took place on February 14 - a holiday when each lady called her beau Valentine.

The castle itself was built at the beginning of the 13th century as a fortification, and in 1564 it was acquired by Emmanuel Philibert of Savoy. In 1620, Maria Cristina of France ordered the rebuilding of the castle in the French style, so that it reminded her of the castles of the Loire. They say that the duchess chose this castle specifically for meeting her lovers, which she then got rid of, throwing them to the bottom of the well ...

The castle is shaped like a horseshoe with four towers and a courtyard with a marble floor. Today it is used for various exhibitions.

Castle of Valentino. Photo visitporiver.it

The Valentino Castle is surrounded by a beautiful park where people from Turin love to spend their time. In the past, this park has hosted flower exhibitions, including Flor 1961 - from this exhibition in the park are the "Rocky Garden" and "Mountain Garden", rich in small waterfalls, streams and fountains. One of the most beautiful rococo fountains in the park is the Twelve Months Fountain.

Fountain "Twelve months". Photo skyscrapercity.com

Palatine Gate (Porta Palatina)

It is the best-preserved Roman gate of the 1st century BC, serving as the northern entrance to the ancient Roman settlement of Julia Augusta Taurinorum, on the site of which modern Turin arose. At the bottom of the imposing ancient structure, you can still see the furrows left by passing carts. Two polygonal towers on both sides of the gate were built much later, in the Middle Ages. The name of the gate comes from the Latin Porta Palatii - "Palace gate".

Palatine gate. Photo panoramio.com

How to get there

And the best way to go to discover the sights of the enchanting Turin is in a private car. For travelers, an option such as renting a car in Turin is available. By ordering a car in advance, while still at home, you can save a lot. "Italy in Russian" advises you to turn to the services of the popular giant rentalcars service, multifunctional and simple, which will allow you to choose the most suitable car at home and receive it immediately upon arrival in Italy.

For those who are used to convenience, we recommend ordering a taxi in Turin with a Russian-speaking driver. It is possible to pick up and order a taxi through the convenient Kiwitaxi service: you just need to choose where and where you need to get from. At the specified time, at the specified place, your personal driver will be waiting for you with a sign with your name.

My trip to Italy with a stop in the city of Turin for 1 day. Major attractions and points of interest. How to get to the city and where to find accommodation.

I'll start right away with a general impression - this is a large industrial city with a fully automatic metro, it is easy for tourists to get lost here. Below I will tell you what I managed to see, where I could not get in this huge city, but for now, there is some technical information.

How to get to the city of Turin

The most popular transfer directions to the city of Turin are the airport and Milan, so they will be discussed below. Both directions are personally verified.

1. : Sadem bus for 6.5 € every 30 minutes and 45 minutes on the way. The GTT train for 2.7 € If bought at the ticket office at Dora GTT station, the train takes only 19 minutes. costs 40-50 €.
2. : Trains run the fastest and most often, tickets cost from 9 € when bought 1-2 months in advance. All train tickets can be bought in Russian without extra charges. An alternative to trains will be for 5-10 €, which run up to 15 times a day.

Where to stay in Turin

1. Hotels: if you do not want to overpay, then use the search engine that will find the most advantageous offer, and do not forget about which will reduce the price by another 10-20%.
2. Apartments: my choice on this trip was an apartment that can be combined with. For greater savings, the site allows you to rent not only an apartment, but also a room, which I used. Unfortunately, this apartment is no longer for rent and I cannot give a link to it, but it cost 34 € for 2 people.

Turin landmarks

I have already told how to get and where to find cheaper accommodation, and now we are preparing for the trip. Links to tickets and tourist maps that will help you save money when visiting the sights of Turin, as well as excursions in Russian for those who are ready to spend money and learn in detail the history of the city and its interesting places.

1. sightseeing - 12 €
2. for art lovers - 25 €
3. for 48 hours (travel card + entrance to the castles of Piedmont) - 34 €
4. for 48 hours (museums and castles of Piedmont) - 35 €
5. — 160€

What to see in Turin in 1 day

Arriving in Turin, we first went to (+) filmed through AirBnB, in order to get rid of backpacks and walk around the city light, because knew that they were going to climb the mountain in the very heat. The room was booked not in the center, but closer to the Dora GTT railway station, so that it would be easier and cheaper to get to the airport.

The first thing that surprised me in Turin while driving to the apartment was a fully automated metro without drivers. If in Paris this is a whole attraction for tourists, then here it is just commonplace. Everything looks quite technologically advanced - there is no access to the rails, everything is closed, the doors open by themselves as soon as a train car stops in front of them. It is almost impossible to slip into the metro with a hare, turnstiles at the entrance are massive doors that open only after you feed them a ticket for travel.

Medieval Castle

Returning from the apartment, they began to explore Turin with Medieval village and fortress... It's at the very bottom of our city walking route map.

Villa della Regina

Here is Villa della Regina herself. The villa was a bit disappointing, as it is in disrepair, especially the fountain. To see this, you had to go uphill and spend more than an hour on the way back and forth. It is better to go here by public transport and not repeat my feat.

But what it was worth going to this villa for is the view of the city of Turin. The spire that can be seen in the photo is Mole Antonelliana Tower.

Historic center of Turin

Descending the mountain is already quite simple. Just 10-15 minutes and we have already crossed another bridge and find ourselves in the historical part of the city.

In the historical part it is worth walking from square to square. There are a lot of them here, and the main attractions of Turin are concentrated in the squares. For example, in one square and even in one photo, 3 attractions at once

The squares are connected with each other by such large streets that are very reminiscent.

On the square San carlo there are two very similar cathedrals Church of St. Charles and Church of St. Christina which are located opposite each other.

Turin Cathedral

But the main historical value of the city is the Cathedral of Turin, where the Shroud of Jesus is kept. This most likely attracts the main tourists to the city, but I found out about the shroud only after I bought tickets to this city. Unfortunately, the cathedral was closed, possibly due to restoration.

Few shopping galleries in Turin, very beautiful.

We move towards the railway station and inspect the last places in Turin.

If you come to Turin for a short time, and you have never been here before, but you would like to have time to look through the main ones and try something local and very tasty, then this Guide to Turin For you. Turin News and Events offers a mini-tour in order not to miss interesting places , see and eat the best in Turin.

- Morning

Coffee Confectionery Al Bicerin: If you are in Turin for the first time a must-see for breakfast in Turin, the Bicerin bar. Opened in 1793, Bicherin is one of the historic cafes Turin(favorite place of Count Camillo Benso di Cavour). This G A hot drink with chocolate and cream, the original recipe is jealously kept in this bar. You cannot visit Turin and do not try this true pleasure, you may also want to take a plate of craft cookies Piedmont. What better way to get started?

Consolata Church: The Bicerin bar is located in the square della Consolata, you can start your excursion tour of Turin, with a visit to Santuario della Consolata, Baroque style and definitely one of the most beautiful churches in the city. A magnificent neo-classical façade, an altar with an unusual design, its bell tower as the only sign that remains from an eleventh century Romanesque church, must see.

Temple of the Consolata, legends and the cult of the Virgin

Duomo Turin: The cathedral can continue your walking tour of the city and its famous temples, the only example of a church of the era in the city, and a storage location

Castle Square: After visiting the cathedral, you can continue your walk to Piazza Castello, the heart of the city, which is also called the "courtyard of Turin". Admire the views of this beautiful square, and (important sites of the Italian opera). In addition, at various points in the square, you can admire three other monuments: the monument to the Knights of Italy (al Cavaliere D'Italia), the Statue dell'Alfiere dell'Esercito Sardo ), and the monument to Emanuele Filiberto of the Duke of Aosta.

- Dinner

Po street along Via Po (which connects Piazza Castello and Piazza Vittorio) with all its bars, there are also many restaurants where you can stop for a refreshing dip.
If you want a quick lunch, a good solution might be " pi slicesctsy " if you have a little more time, then you can visit our favorite restaurants for good and great food: taverns, typical, pizzerias and more.

- Afternoon

Mole Antonelliana and the Film Museum: Entering on the wonderful Montebello street, one of the intersections of Via Po, where you will immediately see the symbol of Turin, the tower in which today is located, the only one dedicated to the seventh art in Of Italy... You can spend several hours between commemorative optical lanterns, among ancient and modern cinema equipment. Hopefully you can take the panoramic elevator to the top of the Turin tower for a great view of the city.

Piazza Vittorio Veneto: If you want to stop for a break after visiting the cinema museum, you can go to the Vittorio Veneto square, and stop at one of the many that are in the square.

Church of the Great Mother and God: Piazza Vittorio, cross the bridge, you can visit La Chiesa della Gran Madre, at the foot of the Turin hills. The church in the neo-classical style is also known for its stories related to, which on our portal is devoted to a whole section. Experts say that the Church, where positive and very powerful energy is concentrated, and two statues at the entrance, indicating the place Holy grail.

This was our route that offers visit the city of Turin in one day but if you have a little more time and if you are planning to stay for the weekend in Turin, we have put together a more complete itinerary for you to get to know the city, a tour to visit Turin in a few days. We are always ready to provide you with the services of a Guide in Turin and a photographer in Piedmont - two in one and you have a discount!