Williamsburg celebrates 127th Giglio Feast
The streets of Williamsburg were filled Sunday as hundreds celebrated the 127th Giglio Feast. The 11-day religious festival is a much anticipated tradition started by Italian immigrants. One of
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Jul 14, 2014, 5:43 PM
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The streets of Williamsburg were filled Sunday as hundreds celebrated the 127th Giglio Feast.
The 11-day religious festival is a much anticipated tradition started by Italian immigrants.
One of the highlights is the "Giglio lift" where more than 250 men recreate the return of Saint Paulinus.
Mayor Bill de Blasio was in attendance.
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