Wellbeing
Fundamental for the human organism and for nature, oftentimes used for therapeutic reasons, this is water: the symbol of purity and rebirth. In Piemonte, there are various spas which use it, structures in the forefront, comfortable and relaxing, specializing in treatments for the body. Not only therapeutic remedies, but also regenerating massages and beautifying cures make spas the perfect spot for any age group.
Say goodbye to stress and fatigue? Smooth away those aging worry lines and find new zest for life? It’s as easy as drinking a glass of water!
From the time of the Ancient Romans, the many thermal springs in Piedmont have attracted visitors, eager not only to benefit from the healing powers of the spa waters but to enjoy the beauty of the surrounding countryside. Set among magnificent valleys, mountains and hills, the spas provide endless opportunities for walking in the open air, and the perfect atmosphere for unwinding and regaining energy and wellbeing. A stay at a spa resort is a relaxing and entertaining holiday. Piedmont’s thermal springs are many and varied, combining state of the art wellness facilities with locations rich in history and tradition. The four most popular resorts are Acqui Terme in the province of Alessandria; Agliano Terme near Asti; Garessio, Lurisia, Valdieri and Vinadio around Cuneo; Bognanco and Crodo in the province of Verbano Cusio Ossola.
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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).
Palaisozaki
It is the new Torino Olympic Palasport (Sports Arena) designed by the Japanese architect Arata Isozaki for the Winter Olympics in Torino 2006. A multi-functional space, versatile and flexible which, thanks to the mobility of its platform, can turn from an ice rink into a concert, show, or convention venue.
Villa Scott
The little manor house, one of the most important examples of Torino Liberty architecture, is linked to the name of Dario Argento who set his film, “Profondo Rosso” (“Deep Red”) here – perhaps his most emotional film and the one with the strongest visual effects.
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People
Giuliano Montaldo
“I shot my first film Tiro al piccione in Piemonte in 1960 on Lago Maggiore. Today, for the filming of I Demoni di San Pietroburgo, I wanted to return to the scene of the crime…it’s an historic film that transfers great literature to the plains of Piemonte among the Palazzi and Sabaude residences of Torino”.
Roberto Capucci
“Torino is an aristocratic city, not a scoundel. You natives are spared because there is not too much tourism and this is a great fortune. There is a class to this city that no longer exists elsewhere. I’m reminded of a woman like Rita Levi Montalcini, for whom I have designed over 50 dresses”.
Joanne Harris
"The Langhe countryside is breathtakingly beautiful - it’s enough on its own, but what has truly struck me is the sense of community and the respect and love that grape-growers have for the land and for the wine they create."
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