TURIN: FROM ROYAL CAPITAL TO CONTEMPORARY HUB OF ART & SCIENCE

Turin has a long and rich history, from the Roman colony of Augusta Taurinorum (founded after 27 BC), to its role as the capital of the Savoy Dukedom (1563), Italy’s first capital (1861), and later a hub for the automobile industry and the host city of the 2006 Winter Olympics.

Today, Turin is a dynamic city that offers a unique blend of history, culture, and contemporary life. Visitors can explore world-renowned museums, attend cultural events, enjoy extensive parks, and discover the city’s distinctive atmosphere.

Highlights of Turin include:

  • Italy’s first capital, preceding Florence and Rome
  • Leonardo da Vinci’s self-portrait
  • The Museo Egizio, the only museum outside Cairo dedicated exclusively to Egyptian art and culture
  • The National Cinema Museum, housed in the iconic Mole Antonelliana
  • The Holy Shroud
  • The Royal Residences, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Historical cafés and traditional pasticcerie
  • A vibrant contemporary art scene
  • A renowned culinary tradition, including chocolate and the invention of the aperitif

For more information, visit www.turismotorino.org