The Palio di Siena (pronounced [ˈpaːljo di ˈsjɛːna]; known locally simply as Il Palio; from Latin pallium) is a horse race held twice each year, on 2 July and 16 August, in Siena, Italy.

The Palio, festival of medieval origin conducted annually in certain Italian cities and featuring bareback horse races. Best known to foreigners is the Palio of Siena.

The Palio di Siena is one of Tuscany’s most awaited summer events. Boasting centuries-old origins, Italy's most famous horse race takes place twice a year in piazza del Campo, Siena’s main medieval, …

The Palio is the most important event in Siena, taking place on July 2 and August 16 every year. In the Palio, the various Sienese "contrade", or areas in which the city is divided, challenge each other in a …

Aug 11, 2025 · Far more than a 90-second horse race, the Palio is a year-long drama of medieval rivalries, secret alliances, and unbridled passion. This is your complete guide to understanding the …

The Palio is Italy’s most famous horse race that takes place twice a year on Piazza del Campo, Siena’s shell-shaped medieval square. It attracts about 40,000 spectators in the Piazza del Campo and …

Aug 12, 2025 · Discover the Palio di Siena, a centuries-old horse race that unites the city’s Contrade in tradition, rivalry, and celebration.

PALIO'S MENU PLEASE NOTE: Menu item availability, recipes, and prices vary by location. All locations are individually owned and operated. To view the full menu for a specific location or to …

Aug 20, 2024 · The Palio di Siena is a horse race that is held twice a year, on July 2 and August 16, in Siena, Italy. Ten horses and riders, bareback and dressed in the appropriate colours, represent ten …

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