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Italy
Then pedal and breath along the spacious riverfront of the Po, the biggest river of Italy, surrounded by hills, like Superga, and gorgeous buildings, and enter the Valentino park, populated by birds and squirrels, where the Royal family used to spend their summertime days. Take a break and have a playful visit to a faithful, picturesque reproduction of a medieval “contrade” rebuilt here.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Parco del Valentino, the most historic and beloved public park in the city of Turin. Spanning over 400,000 square meters along the banks of the River Po, this green expanse is a multifaceted destination that serves…
Listen in the app2Castello del Valentino: A Savoyard Riverside Residence
Dominating the northern section of the park is the Castello del Valentino, a masterpiece of 17th-century architecture that served as a favored residence for the House of Savoy. Its current appearance is largely the result of a…
Listen in the app3The Botanical Garden: A Scientific Sanctuary
Adjacent to the Castello del Valentino is the Orto Botanico, or Botanical Garden, of the University of Turin. Established in 1729 by King Vittorio Amedeo II, it is one of the oldest scientific gardens in Italy. …
Listen in the app4Borgo Medievale: A Masterpiece of Historical Recreation
One of the most unique and charming features of the Parco del Valentino is the Borgo Medievale, or Medieval Village. Built for the Italian General Exhibition of 1884, it was never intended to be a permanent structure, but its…
Listen in the app5Fontana dei Dodici Mesi: Rococo Elegance in Water
At the southern end of the park stands the monumental Fontana dei Dodici Mesi, or Fountain of the Twelve Months. This grand architectural and sculptural ensemble was built for the 1898 National Exhibition by the architect Carlo…
Listen in the app6Riverside Promenade: The Po as a Path of Peace
Running the entire length of the park is the promenade along the banks of the River Po. This is the park's most dynamic and popular area, where the life of the city meets the flow of the water. …
Listen in the app7The Sculptures of Rodolfo Marasciuolo: Whimsy in the Park
Dotted throughout the park, often in unexpected corners, are the delightful tin sculptures created by Rodolfo Marasciuolo. Marasciuolo, a gardener for the city's green spaces, began creating these works using scrap metal and…
Listen in the app8Closing
As our exploration of the Parco del Valentino comes to a close, we are struck by the incredible variety of experiences this single urban space offers. We have walked in the footsteps of royalty at the Castello del Valentino,…
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What is Parco del Valentino?
Parco del Valentino is a place in Italy with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 45.0548, 7.6867 |
| Last updated |
