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DareToDream said… concave shell. Quite an interesting sight. Palio horse race is held here twice each year… continue reading »
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Four Explore said… in Siena (right by the Campo where they do the Il Palio horse race), where they give you a gigantic serving… continue reading »
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Matt&Sara said… square where the Palio horse race occurs every year. A great moment happened at a local restaurant… continue reading »
More information on Palio Horse Race
The Palio Horse Race is an annual event that commemorates the miraculous appearance of The Virgin Mary near the houses of Provenzano Salvani. The first Palio, run in 1656 was called the "Madonna di Provenzano". There are two bareback horse races each summer, held on July 2 and August 16. The race is held between 7:30p-8p in Piazza del Campo after the historical procession featuring a colorful parade of men in rich medieval outfits and horses preparing for the race. It is a fascinating spectacle that can be a little cruel, and the real protagonists are the horses who continue to race (and can still win) even if they lose their jockeys. The real surprise, though, for those who have not seen it, is that the race lasts little more than five minutes as it circles the edge of the field.
Hours
July 2 & August 16
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Four Explore said
… in Siena (right by the Campo where they do the Il Palio horse race), where they give you a gigantic serving… continue reading »
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