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A 200-years old cypress (cupressus sempervirens) with a diameter of about 3.3 ft and about 72 ft high, can be admired in front of the famous Church of S.S. Annunziata in Pino Torinese.
The church is actually the only historical monument in town. It was built in a panoramic spot, and it has been awarded two stars by the 1997 Italian Touring Club guide.

From the historical point of view, the church features a wealth of connections and references related both to the local and national history, during over 7 centuries since its appearance in 1253.
The façade probably dates back to the early 1700s. It has a significant image value, linked to the location of the building, as a clear reference point for ancient travellers venturing on the royal road to Turin and nowadays visitors alike.
Elegant and sober with its large shape and beautiful colours, the church merges extremely well with the surrounding hilly landscape.

This historic building overlooks a panoramic square of rare beauty that can be used for multiple purposes – as the Carmelite order had already realized when the priests asked Duke Amedeo II to finance the very construction of the church and some other annexed chapels.

They sent him an official letter, stating that the new complex would stir true devotion amongst the residents, as well as giving great decorum to the Piedmont region, Asti, Monferrato and the Langhe area.

The sight which can be enjoyed upon exiting the church is probably the second-best in Piedmont after that of Superga.

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