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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

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.

For More Information

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Turismo Torino

Atrium Torino - Piazza Solferino
Turin
Piedmont
Italy

Tel +39 (0)11 535181.
Email 

Website  www.turismotorino.org

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NB: While every care has been taken to ensure the information provided is accurate, we advise you to check with the event organisers before travelling to confirm the details are correct.

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