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Festival of St Joseph, 

Siena, Italy

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19 Mar 2010  

This popular festival dates back to the Middle Ages and is held in honour of St Joseph who saved Sicily from famine. Food, therefore, plays an important part of the day's proceedings and fried rice balls (known as 'fritelle') are on sale in the streets. Locally made toys are also popular gifts at this event. The festival is popular with families with young children.

Times
All day.


History  Food & Drink  Entertainment  Dance  Kids' Stuff  Religion  Music 


Where?

Various locations in Siena

Squares and churches in the city

Getting There

For detailed travel information, visit www.trainspa.it/en/home.html.

How Much?

Free.

For More Information

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APT Siena

Piazza Campo 56
Siena
Tuscany
53100
Italy

Tel +39 (0)577 280 551.
Email 

Website  www.siena.turismo.toscana.it

Future Events

19 Mar 2011 - 19 Mar 2011

Where
As above

More Information
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