Feast of Santa Rita in Granieri - Noto

The Feast of Santa Rita da Cascia in Granieri, a village in the municipality of Noto, takes place every year in July.
The feast day is preceded by a rich religious calendar of preparation for the feast.
On the morning of the feast day, the traditional collection of votive gifts takes place in honor of the Patroness of Granieri and the procession of agricultural vehicles moves towards the Mother Church where the blessing takes place.
The culminating moment of the feast is the evocative Sciuta, i.e. the exit of the simulacrum of the Patron Saint, followed by the Solemn Liturgical Celebration and the Procession of the Simulacrum of Santa Rita da Cascia through the streets of the village.
During the celebrations in honor of the Patron Saint various show and entertainment events are organised. the Sagra dell'Arancina, Ricotta Calda and Porchetta is also traditionally organised.

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