Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist
The Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist in Turin is one of the city’s most significant religious landmarks, blending Renaissance elegance with deep spiritual heritage. Built between 1491 and 1498, it stands out for its luminous white marble façade and harmonious proportions. Inside, the cathedral preserves a Latin‑cross layout enriched with artworks spanning several centuries, including notable chapels and sculptural pieces. Its global fame, however, comes from the Chapel of the Holy Shroud, added in the 17th century and designed by Guarino Guarini. This Baroque masterpiece houses the Shroud of Turin, a relic that has drawn pilgrims and scholars for generations. Although the Shroud is rarely displayed, its presence gives the cathedral a unique aura of mystery and devotion. Today, the cathedral remains an active place of worship and a cornerstone of Turin’s cultural identity, inviting visitors to explore its architecture, history, and enduring symbolism.
Turin Italy
The Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist (Turin Cathedral) is located in central Turin, in Piazza San Giovanni, postcode 10122, in the Piedmont region of northern Italy. It stands within the city’s historic core, a short walk from the central shopping streets and major public transport stops, making it easy to reach on foot or by tram and bus. Nearby are several key landmarks, including the Royal Palace of Turin and the Musei Reali complex, while the renowned Egyptian Museum and Palazzo Madama are also within walking distance, placing the cathedral at the heart of Turin’s cultural and museum district.
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Museo Nazionale del Cinema
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Palazzo Madama
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GAM - Galleria Civica d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea
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Museum of Oriental Art Turin
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Museo Nazionale del Risorgimento Italiano
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Museo Nazionale dell'Automobile
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Museo Civico Pietro Micca e dell’Assedio di Torino del 1706
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Museo Diocesano di Torino
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Royal Palace of Turin
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Galleria Sabauda
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Accorsi - Ometto Museum
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Gallerie d'Italia - Torino
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Museo Regionale di Scienze Naturali
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Cesare Lombroso Museum of Criminal Anthropology
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Juventus Museum
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Teatro Carignano
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Teatro Regio di Torino
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Teatro Vittorio Alfieri
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Youth Theater Foundation Onlus
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TPE Teatro Astra
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Teatro Stabile di Torino
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Teatro Gobetti
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Teatro Colosseo
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Teatro Erba
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Teatro Cardinal Massaia
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Alfa Teatro
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Cineteatro Baretti
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Cubo Teatro
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Officina Caos
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Teatro Agnelli
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Teatro Monterosa
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Castello del Valentino
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Castello di Lucento
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Castello di Saffarone
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Castello del Drosso
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Ponte Vittorio Emanuele I
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Sommergibile Andrea Provana
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Ponte Isabella
Bridge
Santuario della Consolata
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Real Chiesa di San Lorenzo
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Basilica of Superga
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Sanctuary of Santa Maria di Piazza
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Chiesa di San Filippo Neri
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Church of Saint Dalmatius
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Church of San Salvario
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Basilica Santa Maria Ausiliatrice
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Porta Palatina
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Piazza San Carlo
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Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II
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Chiesa della Gran Madre di Dio
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Parco del Valentino
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Orto Botanico dell’Università di Torino
Botanical Garden
Parco della Tesoriera
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Giardini Reali Turin
Garden
Parco Ruffini
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Parco Dora
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Parco Colletta
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Parco Europa
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Parco della Pellerina
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Osservatorio Astrofisico di Torino
Observatory