The baptism of Jesus
19 January 2020

The traditions of this day include bathing which is performed at specially organized places in rivers and in the Ob Sea.

The baptism of Jesus is one of the major Christian holidays commemorated on 19th January.
There are usually 8 fonts in different parts of the city. The fonts open after the water in them is sanctified by priests. EMERCOM provides the safety of the event by preparing special warm places to change the clothes after the bathing and organizing ambulances standing by.

Venue: Throughout Novosibirsk
Event cost: Free

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