San Didero with its cobblestone streets. San Michele on high and a local pilgrimage destination and Vito de Stefano the man showing me the local sights. His enthusiasm for his small town and contribution to the Via Francigena truly a delight.
The historical centre of Torino is quite manageable by foot. The Mole (Mole Antonelliana) is the classic image rising over Turin but this photo doesnt represent it's importance. The elevator was being upgraded so that bit of easy climbing was removed. No stairs thank heavens!
Collonaded buildings line the main streets as they do in all the Italian cities. Torino feels less troubled by masses of tourists. Flies are in abundance this side of the Alps.
When Hannibal arrived here with his much depleted army he captured Taurasia from the Taurini tribe in the area we now know as Torino. Trail following continues .....
Delightful pictures, Tom, as well as a handy history lesson (may get my Tom onto it!). Hope the weather stabilises. Malcolm
ReplyDeleteHow often does one wish for cooler weather. As if it wasn't these days challenging enough! Young Tom would enjoy the Hannibal and elephants story. Having just covered similar ground it was an outrageous plan and an extraordinary feat. A good story for an adventurous boy like Tom.
DeleteGreat little tour. I love the masks!
ReplyDeleteThe drama aspect of tge masks would appeal to your theatrical work. They are beautifully made it's true
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