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Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II

About

The Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II is one of Turin’s most striking tributes to the first king of unified Italy, rising proudly at the top of Corso Vittorio Emanuele II. Inaugurated in 1899, it was designed as a grand celebration of national unity and the monarch’s role in the Risorgimento. The statue depicts the king on horseback, commanding and resolute, set atop a tall pedestal adorned with sculptural groups that honour the Italian people’s struggle for independence. Its elevated position gives the monument a powerful presence, overlooking the city and creating a symbolic link between Turin—once the capital of the Kingdom of Sardinia—and the birth of modern Italy. The surrounding terrace offers a peaceful vantage point, making the site a favourite stop for those exploring Turin’s monumental heritage. Today, the monument stands as a proud reminder of the city’s political and cultural legacy, blending artistry with national memory.

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Location

The Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II is located in central Turin at Largo Vittorio Emanuele II, on a large roundabout where Corso Vittorio Emanuele II meets Corso Galileo Ferraris, just west of the historic city centre and Porta Nuova area. It stands on the edge of the administrative and commercial heart of the city, a short walk from Piazza Solferino and the elegant shopping axis of Via Roma. Nearby are key attractions such as GAM – Galleria Civica d’Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, the Mastio della Cittadella and Pietro Micca Museum, Piazza CLN and Piazza San Carlo with its historic cafés, as well as QC Termetorino spa and several other monuments, gardens and theatres that line Corso Vittorio Emanuele II.

Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II

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