Turin—Torino in Italian—is a sophisticated city in northern Italy, nestled at the foot of the Alps and straddling the Po River.

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Why Turin is unforgettable:

Turin blends royal grandeur with modern creativity—perfect for lovers of history, art, and a good espresso under the porticoes.

๐Ÿบ From Taurini to Rome

  • Pre-Roman Era: Originally settled by the Taurini, a Celto-Ligurian tribe.

  • 218 BC: Hannibal famously destroyed the Taurini settlement during his march across the Alps.

  • 28 BC: The Romans founded Augusta Taurinorum, a military colony with a classic Roman grid layout. Remnants like the Porta Palatina and Roman theater still stand today.

๐Ÿฐ Medieval Crossroads

  • 5th–10th Century: After Rome’s fall, Turin passed through Gothic, Lombard, and Frankish hands.

  • 940s: Became the Contea di Torino (County of Turin), ruled by the Arduinic dynasty.

  • 11th Century: Through marriage, the House of Savoy began its long association with the city.

๐Ÿ‘‘ Capital of the Savoy Dynasty

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Cradle of Italian Unification

๐Ÿญ Industrial Dynamo

  • Late 19th–20th Century: Turin became Italy’s industrial powerhouse, especially in automotive manufacturing. FIAT was founded here in 1899, turning the city into the “Detroit of Italy.”

  • WWII: Heavily bombed but also a center of anti-fascist resistance.

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Modern Metropolis

  • Post-War Boom: Massive migration from southern Italy fueled growth and urban expansion.

  • 2006: Hosted the Winter Olympics, showcasing its transformation into a modern, cosmopolitan city.

Turin today is a city of elegant arcades, royal palaces, cutting-edge design, and deep cultural roots—from the Shroud of Turin to the Mole Antonelliana.