Feast of St. John the Baptist in Chiaramonte Gulfi

Chiaramonte Gulfi, in the Free Municipal Consortium of Ragusa, is a municipality populated by around 8 thousand inhabitants which, like a forge, produces culture and warms up local traditions, offering them at the same time to its inhabitants and to all visitors who arrive in the centre: one of the traditions most loved in the village, it is undoubtedly the Feast of St. John the Baptist, in honor of the protector of Chiaramonte Gulfi, capable of attracting many participants.

La Feast of St. John the Baptist in Chiaramonte Gulfi it is a great event that lasts four days: it begins with the days dedicated to music, with concerts and shows in the main square of the town, which warm up the atmosphere; right after, the faithful on pilgrimage towards the Church of San Giovanni Battista, they bring votive offerings to the protector of the country, wearing the traditional red dress. Even the authorities pay their respects to the Saint before the start of the sacred representation in Piazza Duomo, which sees stage the life of Saint John the Baptist, in front of the faithful audience. The statue of the Saint leaves the Church and thus begins its journey, accompanied by the celebrating faithful, touching all the most important churches of Chiaramonte Gulfi.

Colored ribbons, fireworks, simple candles decorated with flowers can be found everywhere in the town, until the beginning of July, when the Eucharistic Procession takes place, which closes the celebrations in honor of Saint John the Baptist.

The story linked to the Feast of San Giovanni Battista in Chiaramonte Gulfi

Very often the Patronal Festivals, which have ancient origins, are organized by historical Confraternities, which deal with managing the practical aspects of the events, as in the case of the Feast of San Giovanni Battista in Chiaramonte Gulfi, where the celebrations are organized by the Confraternity of Maria Most Holy of Mercy. The whole town participates with devotion and joy, including the Mayor and the military authorities, who pay homage to the Saint during the Feast for the occasion.

Together with the many museums of the village, the great culinary tradition and the monuments of Chiaramonte Gulfi, the Festa di San Giovanni is one of the main historical attractions of the town.

When the Feast of San Giovanni Battista takes place in Chiaramonte Gulfi

The Feast of San Giovanni Battista in Chiaramonte Gulfi takes place every year, from 21 24 to June.

Where the Feast of San Giovanni Battista takes place in Chiaramonte Gulfi

The Feast of San Giovanni takes place above all in Piazza Duomo and at the Church of San Giovanni Battista, but the Procession touches all the main Churches of the town.

What to do during the Feast of San Giovanni Battista in Chiaramonte Gulfi

A stay in Chiaramonte Gulfi gives you many special moments: the spirituality that reigns during the Feast of San Giovanni Battista in Chiaramonte Gulfi invites you to prayer and recollection. At the same time, participating is a way to join the local community, discovering the true personality of the village. Bars and patisseries, restaurants and pizzerias invite you to discover all the flavors and typical local products, which will surely brighten your stay, thanks to the genuine flavor of the aubergine caponata or the freshest fish products, prepared according to traditional recipes.

Of course, in Chiaramonte Gulfi, culture is the queen of the country and then, a very interesting tour to discover the Museums local, from Oil Museum al Military Memorabilia Museum, with 8 stages all to be discovered. In addition to oil and military memorabilia, the themes of the exhibitions are music, embroidery, Holy art, Art Nouveau art and architecture, wood sculpture e ornithology.

Before leaving the country, also make a stop at Mother Church (the building dates back to the XNUMXth century), discover Dürer's canvases at the Church of St. John and admire the other churches of Chiaramonte Gulfi, such as that of San Filippo , Church of San Vito.

How is it possible to get to the Feast of San Giovanni Battista in Chiaramonte Gulfi

Chiaramonte Gulfi, in the Libero Municipal Consortium of Ragusa, can be reached easily by car, both from the SS514 and from the SS194. Even those who travel on the train, can easily reach the centre, getting off at Ragusa station (which is only 12 km away) and continuing the journey by bus or shuttle.