Encountering the Turin Horse

🏰 Castello di Rivoli (Rivoli Castle), now the Castello di Rivoli Museo d’Arte Contemporanea (Rivoli Castle Museum of Contemporary Art). Address: Piazzale Mafalda di Savoia, 2, 10098 Rivoli TO ⚠️ Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Student ticket: €6.5. Museum annual card (abbonamento musei) also accepted. The castle’s origins date back to the 9th–10th centuries, with its first documented mention as "Castrum Riuollum" in 1159. From the 1960s to the 1980s, architect Andrea Bruno restored the site, blending historical structures with modern design. His approach preserved the "unfinished ruins" while adding contemporary features like viewing platforms. 🎨 The museum’s permanent collection includes masterpieces from Arte Povera (Poor Art) pioneers such as Pistoletto, Cattelan, and Giuseppe Penone. Notable works include Maurizio Cattelan’s iconic suspended horse sculpture. The surrounding landscape is also worth exploring. It’s recommended to arrive around 2 PM, explore the museum, and then enjoy the sunset 🌇. #TurinTravelGuide #OffTheBeatenPathItaly #ContemporaryArt #StudyAbroadInItaly 🎨🌄