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1. Mole Antonelliana
- This iconic building is in many ways Turin's Eiffel Tower, the symbol of Turin. A 167.5 metre landmark, originally planned as a synagogue by Alessandro... read more
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- Nile Expert Tip: Take the 59 second journey in the glass lift to the viewing platform for great views over the city.
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2. The Bull in Piazza San Carlo
- Although the reasons why are obscure, the city has always been symbolized by a bull, but whatever the origin of the association, it must have had... read more
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3. Basilica di Superga
- The Basilica of Superga sits 670 metres atop the hill of Superga overlooking Turin. Designed by Filippo Juvarra in 1717 and completed in 1731,... read more
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4. GAM - Galleria Civica d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea
Turin's modern-art museum is one of the most important in Italy. It was founded in 1863, so its collections actually start with late-18th- and...
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5. Palazzina di Caccia di Stupinigi
The other great work of the architect Juvarra (his other is Basilica di Superga) is this sumptuous, lavishly decorated hunting lodge that the Savoys...
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6. Turin's porticoes
- Turin is a city made for walking, planned by the Romans on a grid pattern, the centre of the city is easy to negotiate and you hardly need to use... read more
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8. Palatine Gate
- Between the Piazza della Republica and Palazzo Reale sits the Porta Palatine, one of the four Roman city gates of Turin. Built around 25 BC, This... read more
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10. Church of San Carlo Borromeo
- At the southern end of Piazza San Carlo sits the church of San Carlo. Built in 1619 on behalf of Duke Carlo Emanuele I to honour the Bishop of... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
- There’s never a reason to be bored in Turin. There are just too many things to do. Start with the must-see attractions, move to the big sights and fine museums, check out some tours, dig in to some outdoor activities, and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Just leave some time to catch your breath.
