Route: Mystical Turin

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Mystical Turin

There are many legends in Turin about it being a magic city. One of these legends is the fact that Turin is considered to be the crossing of the two flows: black and white magic. On the one hand it’s a part of the Black Magic triangle, where Lyon and Prague are also included. On the other hand, it forms the White Magic triangle together with Los Angeles and London. Nobody knows why both triangles converge in Turin, but it is considered that the dark and the light forces always oppose each other, so the city is like endowed with two hearts. Mysteries of Turin is often attributed to its geographic positioning, along the 45th parallel where the Po and Dora Rivers meet. It is also one of the cities that claim to have the Holy Grail. This is a little part of the myths and mystery about Turin. Experience all the magic of a city through this route which will help you to discover the most mysterious sights. The “Mysterious Turin” route starts from the Basilica of Maria Ausiliatrice. This is amazing church, and here, it is said, there is a cross made from the wood of the cross on which Jesus was crucified. The next sightseeing spot is Piazza Statuto, the black heart of the city. There many legends around this place. Then, after lunch at a local restaurant, go to the Piazza Solferino, where you can explore myths about the Angelica Fountain. Follow the route and visit the Egyptian museum, where you will find out how Turin is connected with the Egypt. Another place of mysterious Turin is the Alchemical Caves underneath Palazzo Madama. The White Magic triangle is connected with the Piazza Castello, the Dioscuri statues and the Cathedral of St John, where the where the Shroud of Turin is located. The Mole Antonelliana is also supposed to be the place with good energy. In esoteric language, this would be a huge antenna stretching from the earth towards the sky, spreading positive energy into the world. The last point of this route is the Church of Gran Madre di Dio, with the statues of Religion and Faith. Here you can try to find out the secret of the Holy Grail and enjoy view on the fabulous Turin – the city of legends and mysteries.

Distance 7.6 km

Duration 1 h 30 m