science and nature
Encounters – Fairs
The open air activities of the Oasi Zegna
Anyone going to Oasi Zegna, the protected “for the family” mountain area immersed in the splendid setting of the Alps in the Biella province, from May to November, will find fun, sports, spectacular wildflowers and so much more.
Giovedě Scienza
A series of encounters of a scientific nature appealing to professionals, fans, the curious and the impartial, to promote the diffusion of science on all levels and in every field. Illustrious characters from the Italian and international science community along with Nobel prize winners and those committed to making science understandable to others will all be participating in this 23rd edition of Giovedì Scienza.
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Places
Biblioteca Reale di Torino
The Biblioteca Reale (Royal Library) houses important collections of manuscripts, illuminated manuscripts, and engravings. Besides its 2,000 drawings, it has several drawings by Leonard Da Vinci, among which are: the Self-Portrait, the Volto dell’Angelo (the Angel’s Face), the preliminary drawing for the Vergine delle Rocce (Virgin of the Rocks), and the Codice sul Volo (Codex on the Flight of Birds).
Castello di Costigliole d’Asti
Surrounded by a large park, the castle houses an international cooking school and the annual “asta del Barbera” (“Barbera auction”) which has become a not-to-miss event for fans of quality wine.
Filatoio Rosso di Caraglio
The Filatoio (Spinning Mill), built between 1676 and 1678, is an extraordinary example of 17th century Piemonte “industrial architecture”. Today, completely restored, it houses the Museo Regionale della Seta (Regional Silk Museum), as well as contemporary art shows.
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People
Umberto Eco
"Without Italy, Torino would be more or less the same. But, without Torino, Italy would be very different."
Alain Elkann
“Torino remains a beautiful city, but not only that, it is also a serious city in which one can work well. One feels protected…Then, in those hills on certain winter days when the sky is blue and the air is clean, it’s like being in Kathmandu”.
Harrison Birtwistle
“Torino is a city that welcomes you, and never invades you. You feel respected. As a “tourist” you don’t feel assailed like you do in Venice, Florence or Rome. Torino is a city that loves itself, where people are well.”
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