How to know Turin in one day

So, you have decided to visit this beautiful old city and enjoy its sights. But you have one, maximum two days for this. Let's try to do the impossible! Let's start with the most modern place - the Intesa Sanpaolo skyscraper. It was opened just a few months ago.

The skyscraper was designed by renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano. The building is built in an eco-style and is 166 meters high. For tourists, panoramic greenhouses are available on the upper tiers, from where the whole of Turin is in full view. The city is wide spread, on one side are the majestic Alps mountains, and the Po river cuts the capital of Piedmont in two. After getting acquainted with the wonderful panorama of the city, you must go to the most famous sights of Turin.

Those who like to travel by car usually book a car in Italy online in advance. In Turin, renting a compact car will cost from 16 euros per day, in Bergamo - from 13 euros per day. Prices may vary depending on the season, car class and rental period.

And we will start with the Valentino castle. It was built in the 16th century and is located in the park of the same name. Valentino has been rebuilt, so it looks a little strange. One part of it is made in the Baroque style, which is typical for most French and Italian buildings. The second part, which is located on the side of the river, is made of fired bricks. For almost two centuries, the Faculty of Architecture of the Polytechnic University of Turin has been located here. Tourists can visit the park and some parts of the castle. Now we come to the symbol of Turin - the tower of Mole Antonelliana.

A visit to the tower is a must during your stay in Turin. The 167-meter building is one meter higher than the only skyscraper in the city. For a nominal fee, it is worth going up to the observation deck and enjoying Turin from a bird's eye view. Since 2000, the Cinema Museum has been located in the Mole Antonelliana, a visit to which will leave a unique experience. It presents the history of cameras, rare stills of photographic films, many props from the shooting and interactive rooms that immerse museum guests in the atmosphere of a movie. Another must-see attraction is the Porto Palatine Towers.

The impressive structure has miraculously survived from the time of Ancient Rome. According to legends, Pontius Pilate lived here, and under the towers there are underground passages, in which sectarians used to bring sacrifices. A stately gateway with towers that have such a reputation. And around the city park, where you can have a good rest after long walks around the city. Not tired yet? Then follow to the Royal Palace - the former seat of the Italian throne. From the outside, the building does not differ in excessive pomp and looks sparse. But once you go inside, your eyes will be blinded by the glitter of luxury and the variegation of the interior. Each tourist is allowed to inspect the holy of saints - the royal chambers.

One of the castle's wings houses the largest Weapons Museum in Europe. Those who are more attracted to old folios, manuscripts and Leonardo da Vinci's self-portrait should visit the other wing with the Royal Library. Another must see is the Superga Basilica. The temple is one of the symbols of Turin. This white and yellow building stands proudly over the entire city. The temple was built about 300 years ago. Several kings of the Savoyard dynasty are buried here. Nearby is the Papal Hall monastery - the only place in the world that houses a collection of portraits of all popes. "Italian Versailles". And how do you miss a residence with such a promising name? Venaria Reale includes one of the most magnificent palaces in Europe, a village, gardens and stables. In the palace you can admire the costumes and household items from the 18th century.