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General information

Scientific Secretariat:

Department of Geo-Resources and Land - Politecnico di Torino
Prof. Fulvio Rinaudo
Corso Duca degli Abruzzi, 24
10129 Torino, Italy
Tel.: (+39) 011 56476591
Fax.: (+39) 011 5647699
E-mail: fulvio.rinaudo@polito.it

Organizing Secretariat:

ACTA Congresses and Events
ACTA Conferences and Events
Via Caboto 44
10129 Torino - Italy
Tel. +39 011/591871 or 599498
Fax +39 011/590833


Symposium Venue

Torino Incontra Conference Center
Via Nino Costa 11 - Torino



Population

According to the results of the census executed in October 2001, the population of Italy is 57 millions inhabitants.

Weather

The weather in late September in Torino is usually sunny with occasional showers. The average temperatures vary between 15-20 degrees Celsius. Take midi-um weight clothing, and a coat or raincoat and umbrella for the evenings and rainy days.

Time

Italian time is GMT + 1 hour.

Electricity

The voltage is 220 volts.

Bank Hours

Banks are generally open from 08.40 to 13.30 and from 14.40 to 16.00 hrs, Monday to Friday.

Currency

The Euro is available in banconotes and coins.
The exchange rate is set on a daily basis. There are many banks and exchange offices all over the country. Major credit cards are widely accepted.

Insurance

Participants are strongly recommended to carry their own travel and health insurance.

Passports and Visa

Participants requiring an entry Visa for Italy are strongly advised to apply in their own Country, at least four months before the date of Conference. For more information, please contact the nearest Italian Embassy or Consulate or your travel agent.

For useful & touristic information

www.enit.it (Italian State Tourist Board)