From July 3rd to 17th 2011, the World Archery Championships take place in Turin in special locations: the park of Palazzina di Caccia di Stupinigi, the residence built by Filippo Juvarra and declared part of UNESCO world heritage, whereas the finals will be held in the center of Turin, in Piazza Castello.

Here are some numbers of this World Archery Championships: 1500 athletes are expected to be representing 80 different countries.

The world championships will be held in Turin just on the year of the celebrations for the 150th