History and Secrets of San Giovanni Water

San Giovanni Water: evening preparation with flowers and plants gathered at Orti Dipinti, the Urban Garden in the heart of Florence.

On the night between June 23rd and 24th, nature and myth intertwine in an ancient, enchanting eco-ritual. This is the story of St. John’s Water (Acqua di San Giovanni), a tradition deeply rooted in Tuscany and closely tied to Florence, which celebrates its patron saint on June 24th.