Main economic activities The main activities in Turin and its region are : industry commerce construction and real estate Fashion and design Turin has always been thought of as one of the Italian shopping capitals. Here, the Italian style is omnipresent (clothing, fine leather goods and accessories). The town is also the laboratory for the big names in fashion design : Bertone, Giugiaro, Pininfarina and their pupils. Antiques Turin is also a prestigious point of reference for fans of antiques. The antique publications and books sector which here, has a secular tradition, is particularly curious. If you like antiques, do not miss the Gran Balôn, the biggest flea market in the city ; if, instead, you are keen on second-hand and antiquarian books, a walk down Via Po is a must. Markets Turin has numerous markets and small trading centres. The largest open air market in Europe is held every morning in Piazza della Repubblica, and overflows with thousands of stalls selling fruit, vegetables, flowers and a variety of other products.   Source : Turismo Torino