Turin, Superga Basilica reopens to the public after a year of work

After a year of restoration work, the Basilica of Superga is ready to reopen its doors to the public from today, November 17, 2019. The temple, arguably the most famous church in Turin, had been closed in November 2018 (except for the Royal Tombs, Royal Apartment and dome). The basilica also announced its new opening hours, valid until February 2020: from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., on both weekdays and holidays (except Wednesdays, when the basilica remains closed to the public). Of course, visits are not allowed during religious services (Mass is celebrated on Sundays at 11:30 a.m.).

Created at the behest of Duke Victor Amadeus II, who had it built as a votive offering after his victory over the army of French King Louis XIV in Turin in 1706, the basilica is owed to Filippo Juvarra, was completed in 1731 (the foundation stone was laid in 1717) and today is one of the most famous monuments in the Piedmontese capital.

Image: the Basilica of Superga. Photo: Paris Orlando

Turin, Superga Basilica reopens to the public after a year of work

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