Churches in Italy: Basilica di Superga, Turin

On a clear sunny day the Basilica di Superga is visible to almost every part of Turin. I can see it from my house. The church is one of the main tourist spots of the city.

The Basilica di Superga is a church built on the top of the Superga hills in the vicinity of Turin.

Facts:
1.became the final resting place of the Savoys
2.the dome has an expectacular view of the city
3.In 1949 a plane carrying the entire Turin football team crashed into the basilica in thick fog, killing all on board. Their tomb rests at the rear of the church.

Superga from afar

The winding staircase of 131 steps takes you up to the domes ballustrade,which offers an amazing view of the city