«Welcome to the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, the heart of the Archdiocese of Turin and famous in the world for the Shroud, that here has been guarded for four centuries.»

Turin Cathedral (Italian: Duomo di Torino; Cattedrale di San Giovanni Battista) is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Turin, northern Italy. Dedicated to Saint John the Baptist (Italian: San Giovanni Battista). It is the seat of the Archbishops of Turin. It was built during 1491–1498, adjacent to a bell tower which had been built in 1470.

The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, completed in 1498 to a design by the Tuscan Renaissance architect Meo del Caprino, is a fine building in its own right, as well as being well known for housing the Chapel of the Holy Shroud, which was added later.

About the Cathedral (Duomo) of Saint John the Baptist in Turin: There were actually three churches here in the 4th Century, and then this Cathedral, dedicated to Saint John the Baptist, was built during 1491-1498.

The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist (Cattedrale di San Giovanni Battista, Duomo di Torino) is located in the center of Turin, not far from other famous landmarks such as the Egyptian Museum, Palazzo Madama, and the Royal Palace.

Built between 1668 and 1694 to a design by Guarino Guarini, this is a masterpiece of Baroque architecture. The current Duomo, first example of Renaissance architecture in Torino, was commissioned by Bishop Domenico della Rovere on the area of three medieval churches dedicated to the Saviour, St John the Baptist and St Mary.

Mar 2, 2025 · The Saint John Baptist Cathedral’s most revered treasure is the Shroud of Turin, a linen cloth believed by many to bear the image of Jesus Christ’s burial shroud. Safeguarded in a climate-controlled chapel, the relic attracts pilgrims and scholars from around the world.

The Cathedral of San Giovanni Battista, dedicated to Saint John the Baptist, is the Cathedral of Turin, located in the homonymous square, Piazza San Giovanni. The Cathedral of San Giovanni Battista is famous for housing since 1578 the Holy Shroud of Turin.

Turin Cathedral (Italian: Duomo di Torino; Cattedrale di San Giovanni Battista) is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Turin, northern Italy. Dedicated to Saint John the Baptist (Italian: San Giovanni Battista ), it is the seat of the Archbishops of Turin.

Jan 12, 2025 · Turin Cathedral is an architectural masterpiece that showcases the city's rich history and religious heritage. Its striking facade, impressive interiors, and association with the Shroud of Turin make it a popular destination for both religious pilgrims and tourists.