I'm one of the group that really enjoys these things, even more in December. I look forward to this time of the year, I love the atmosphere, the music and above all the Christmas food haha of course I do, so we will find some of that during this first tour that I want to share in the #WinterChallenge.
Of course you like the atmosphere and food the most haha. I like the feeling that is in the air... on one side a bit crowded and hectic but on the other calm and silent.. like everyone knows the year is ending and holds on for a sec.
Being in Torino during Christmas time turns out to be less overwhelming than other bigger cities. Besides the intense cold that I can't forget, during the day the city kept an acceptable pace, in some areas almost null, but during the night everything was full of colorful lights and people filling the bars and cafes.
haha of course the cold is your enemy. But it was nice to hear it was acceptable :D Thanks for describing the atmosphere. Makes me dive into the picture you have in mind and your mood back then. <3
The good thing is that the main points of interest are quite close to each other. From Piazza Castello, the center of everything, you can walk five minutes in different directions and reach either Piazza san Carlo, Piazza Palazzo di Città, the Porta Palatina and the imposing Mole Antonelliana.
OMG so many Piazzas!!! Piazzas are the best in southern countries. It's where all the life is happening. Where you find the best food, drinks, and even music most of the time! Love it! Never been to Turin, but the way you describe the different decorations and vibes on the piazzas already want me to go there!
Of course, ice cream parlors are part of those businesses that join the Christmas spirit and fill their stores with decorations, lights, and Christmas trees. But they don't stop there, they offer typical ice cream flavors of the moment and also make special and very beautiful desserts with Christmas motifs.
OMG Awesome! Where else than Italy do you get ice cream in winter!?? haha and then even with its own flavours!! <3 <3
My favorite part is the decoration of the star constellations. As far as I know in Italy, they have been important for a long time. In a lot of cities, you find references to constellations (Venezia, Roma, etc). This makes it very mystique and super interesting for me. I would love to time travel to those places one day.
You look sooo happy in those pictures! Very nice and beautiful. Glad you had a nice time in Turin and thanks for taking us with you and sharing us around on your little Christmas adventure <3 - Your post is well deserved in the top 3!!
- Also, winterchallenge mood on! hehe