Kiss of the Crosses
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Kiss of the Crosses

29 May 2025
Zuglio — Udine (030)

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Edition 2025 — Kiss of the Crosses

In 2025, the Kiss of the Crosses once again renewed the ancient rite on Ascension Day on Saint Peter's Hill in Zuglio. The processional crosses from the parish churches of Carnia, decorated with the ribbons of the year's brides, ascended in procession to the millennium-old parish church, bowing to each other as a sign of peace during the solemn Holy Mass.

The 2025 edition confirmed the undiminished charm of one of the oldest rites in Friuli Venezia Giulia. On Ascension Day, the processional crosses of the Carnia communities were gathered and carried in procession to Saint Peter's Hill, where the Kiss of the Crosses rite was celebrated along with the solemn Holy Mass. The day, marked by faith and historical memory, attracted numerous faithful and visitors to the ancient Iulium Carnicum, as it does every year.

Where does it take place — Kiss of the Crosses

Colle e Pieve di San Pietro in Carnia

Kiss of the Crosses in brief

Sacred music Heritage History Archaeology Folk traditions Folklore Young audience Outdoor Udine

History of Kiss of the Crosses

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