Today its a very important day for italian peaople.
We are celebrating the anniversary of the unity of Italy!!! Exacty 150 years!!! oh my gammit!!!!
150 years ago, on 17 March 1861, the Kingdom of Italy was proclaimed, with Turin as its first capital. In 1911, Italy commemorated its first 50 years with an international Industrial Exhibition in Turin.
To celebrate the Centenary in 1961, Turin hosted a fair, visited by six million people. Italy showcased its regional traditions and its achievements in science, technology, transport and cinema. This exhibition took place on the premises that have now become the campus of the International Training Centre.Italy is now planning to celebrate its 150th anniversary as a united nation. Turin and Piedmont are preparing a great international happening like in 1911 and 1961: an opportunity to look at the future of Italy, remembering past glories and celebrating present achievements.
For a whole year, Turin will be the place to relive the past and celebrate the future. YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!