TIME & A GREAT SURPRISE
The Palio di Siena is a traditional medieval horse race
run around the Piazza del Campo twice each year, on 2 July and 16
August. The event is attended by large crowds, and is widely televised.
Seventeen Contrade (which are city neighbourhoods originally formed as battalions for the city's defence) vie for the trophy. During each Palio period, the city is decked out in lamps and
flags bearing the Contrade colours. Though often a brutal and dangerous competition for horse and
bare-back rider alike, the city thrives on the pride this competition
brings. The Palio is not simply a tourist event as a true Sienese
regards this in an almost tribal way, with passions and rivalry similar
to that found at a football 'Derby' match. To read more:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siena.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siena.
Dorit, You have had some amazing trips. Glad you met Brenda and Jim on one of them so you can share your pictures uuith us.
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ReplyDeleteI'm enjoying the trips vicariously through your photos, TOO, Dorit! You have my interest! Thank you for your narrative.
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