Guide to Turin, Italy

Turin Italy – 11 Must See Sites
Turin Italy – 11 Must See Sites

Many guidebooks talk about what the city of Turin, Italy does not have. It does not have the beautiful views of Cinque Terre, the ancient ruins of Rome, the art of Florence, the weather of Sicily or the tourist appeal of Sienna. People are more likely to talk…

Turin Italy – 20 Interesting Facts & History
Turin Italy – 20 Interesting Facts & History

Turin, Italy is both a business and cultural center of Italy.  The city has excellent restaurants, beautiful churches and palaces, opera houses, piazzas, parks gardens art galleries, theaters……..
Visiting Turin Italy?
Knowing a few facts will…

Torino, Italy – Chocolate Lovers Paradise – Facts & History
Torino, Italy – Chocolate Lovers Paradise – Facts & History

Not only does Torino, Italy have truffles, great wines and hundred’s of cafés where you can enjoy all types of coffees it is also the birthplace of solid chocolate! There are more chocolatiers in Torino, Italy than in France and Belgium combined.…

Turin, Italy Home to Great Food
Turin, Italy Home to Great Food

In a country where it is difficult to find a bad meal Turin is known for its culinary excellence. Perhaps their success lies in the heavy use of eggs, cream, butter and fresh ingredients. Or maybe it is their sheer enjoyment in the preparation and consumption…

Map of Italy Wine Regions – Piedmont Wine Country Facts
Map of Italy Wine Regions – Piedmont Wine Country Facts

Turin, Italy and its surrounding area is known for the three B’s of wine – Barbaresco, Barolo, and Barbera. There are a few other letters that should be added here, like A for Asti which produces a sparkling spumanti and the twin G’s, Gattinaras…

Torino – Shroud of Turin Mystery
Torino – Shroud of Turin Mystery

If you visit Torino, do not miss seeing the Shroud of Turin. 
Mystery has surrounded the Shroud of Turin for hundreds of years.  Is it really the image of the body of Christ?  Or is it a hoax?
The Shroud of Turin is one of the most famous medieval relics…

Bicerin Is More Than Just Coffee – Turin, Italy
Bicerin Is More Than Just Coffee – Turin, Italy

Turin, Italy has great wine, delicious chocolate and a coffee drink that is guaranteed to warm your soul on a cold winter night. The Bicerin is a heavenly combination of hot cocoa, espresso and cream layered in a small glass. The coffee is sipped through…

National Geographic Traveler Piedmont and Northwest Italy
National Geographic Traveler Piedmont and Northwest Italy

Northwest Italy boasts major cities, but its greatest lures are sublime food and wine, its many outdoor activities, and the beauty of its magnificent mountain and coastal landscapes. – Reprinted from National Geographic Traveler
 
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