Festival of Saint John the Baptist | Turin Events

Festival of Saint John the Baptist,

Turin, Italy

24 Jun 2010

Each year on 24 June the city of Turin celebrates the Festival of Saint John the Baptist who is the city's patron saint. The day usually begins with religious services and includes a procession, live music and dancing and a lavish banquet. According to Byzantine tradition, this date marks the summer solstice adding extra weight and significance to the occasion.

Times
All day.

Kids' Stuff Religion Entertainment Dance Food & Drink Music

Where?

Various locations in Turin (Venue)

Various locations particularly churches and the John the Baptist Cathedral

Getting There

Buses and trams cover the whole of the city and there is also a subway, the M1 line linking Collegno to Piazza XVIII Dicembre, Torino (near Porta Susa FS station). For further information visit the GTT website at www.gtt.to.it.

How Much?

Free.

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Turismo Torino (Tourist Info)

Atrium Torino - Piazza Solferino
Turin
Piedmont
Italy

Tel +39 (0)11 535181.
Email info@turismotorino.org

Website www.turismotorino.org

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