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The museum of Egyptian antiquities in Turin
The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities opened its doors in Turin in 1824. For two centuries this collection has been the prestigious center piece of the city.
The extraordinary Egyptian Museum of Turin
2024 marks the 200th anniversary for the Egyptian Museum of Turin, established in 1824. For two centuries it has been the flagship of the city.
Christmas Time in Turin
As everywhere in Italy, Christmas Time in Turin officially starts on December 8th, the Day of the Immaculate Conception. However, by this time, the advent calendar, a tradition of German origin, has already been inaugurated on Piazza San Giovanni, near the Cathedral....
The Nitto ATP Finals
17th November 2024. The Nitto ATP Finals are over and Jannik Sinner has become the first Italian champion in the history of this men's tennis tournament. To be thorough, ATP stands for Association of Tennis Professionals, whereas Nitto is a Japanese company, title...
The legacy of Rebecca Horn Art in Turin and Rivoli
Born in 1944 in Michelstadt, Hesse, Germany, Rebecca Horn was a multi-talented visual artist of the post-war generation. Since she recently passed away (6th September 2024), I am pleased to pay homage to her with this article. The legacy of Rebecca Horn in Turin and...
Alba: the new sculpture by Valerio Berruti
Alba is the name of the sculpture by Valerio Berruti inaugurated in September 2022 in the town of Alba, financed by the Ferrero family.
Shopping in Turin – historic stores
Shopping in Turin means wandering through countless beautiful streets rich in history. Many are lined with porticoes, which is handy if you have your hands full of bags, because you do not need to open the umbrella if it is raining!
Great Cheeses from Piedmont
If you have a soft spot for cheese, explore the wide variety of cheeses from Piedmont. In this North west Italy region, bordering with France and rich in alpine valleys, plenty of delicious cheeses are created from different types of milk. Cheese from cows, sheep and...
The Susa Valley
Stretching between Turin and the French border, the Susa Valley (Italian: Valle di Susa) gets its name from the little city of Susa (ca. 6.400 inhabitants). The Dora Riparia flows through it towards Turin, where it merges with the Po River. Running through the valley,...