Turin is one of the most important Italian cities, being also the best cultural and business center in the north of the country. It is the capital of the Piemonte region and is famous for many things, such as Fiat cars, the Juventus football team in Turin or its famous Shroud. A city that is worth visiting and where you can find a wide variety of places of interest.
As in any other city in Italy , in Turin you can see truly spectacular architecture in every corner. In addition, there are many places to stroll, shopping areas, squares, museums, bars and, of course, restaurants where you can taste the delicious local cuisine. In addition, there you will find different transport, such as buses or trains, and it also has an airport.
Turin center
In the city center you have many places to visit, especially museums, buildings and squares. Highlight in this area is Piazza Castello , a pedestrian square that has many benches and fountains and is surrounded by very interesting buildings. In the center is also the Royal Palace, a true architectural marvel that you cannot miss.
Shopping in Turin
If Italy stands out for something, in addition to its gastronomy and architecture, it is because of the shopping that you can do there, and Turin will not be less. There are many shopping areas, and the most famous is Via Po , a pedestrian street where there are all kinds of shops that are interspersed with palaces and cafes.
A lot to see
Medieval buildings such as Palazzo Carignano , the birthplace of Vittorio Emanuele II, who achieved the unification of Italy, are worth visiting. It currently houses the Museo del Risorgimento and you can also see the area of ​​the Royal Armory.
Piazza San Carlo is one of the most beautiful in the city, a beautiful baroque square that has two twin churches, that of San Carlo and that of Santa Cristina. From there you can walk to the Cathedral of Turin, one of the most beautiful places and where is its famous Shroud and a very interesting museum.