Holy Shroud of Turin

The Shroud of Turin (Italian: Sindone di Torino) is a length of linen cloth bearing the faint image of a man who appears to have suffered physical trauma consistent with crucifixion. Venerated by Catholics as the burial cloth of Jesus Christ, the Shroud has been in Turin since 1578 when the House of Savoy transferred it to their new capital. It is now housed in the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist (Duomo di Torino) in a climate-controlled case. The Shroud is displayed publicly only during rare ostensions (expositions) authorized by the Pope. The liturgical feast of the Holy Shroud is celebrated on May 4th.