Palio di Siena 16 August 2015

Palio di Siena is a famous event in Siena in Tuscany region. The origin was in 1644, year of the first palio with horses; at now some rules are the same of the era! The territory is divided in 17 contrade with borders established in 1729. Each contrade is like a small country that have a church with the office where they keep all the personal heritage of memorabilia, morals and flags. So enjoy the Palio di Siena on 16 August 2015!

palio di siena

palio di siena

palio di siena

palio di siena

palio di siena

palio di siena

 

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