Following the Palio (and the trial races) from the centre of the square is free. Access to the square is closed half an hour before the horses appear on the track.
Any other position (grandstand, balconies, windows, terraces) require a ticket. Prices start from ca. 150€ a ticket, range mostly about 350€ and can go up for the most comfortable solutions (windows, that usually sell "apiece").
Tickets for trial races (the three days before each Palio) are much cheaper (an average of 40€ per person).
A couple of good sites easy to find in Google can help with the tickets.
Hoping that this helps to curb some of the wrong articles (and bad agencies) also easy to find in Google.
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The Il Palio di Siena is a horse race held twice a year, in July, then again in August. It happens in the Tuscan city of Siena.
The Palio of Siena (Palio di Siena) is held every year on July 2nd and August 16th. This year, 2009, a third Palio might be run sometimes in September (Palio straordinario). The date will be officialised later in Febraury. For more information please visit www.palio.org/ www.jacopodellatorre.com/
Siena Italy. It is the home of the Palio Di Siena, which takes place twice a year, on July 2 and August 16th.
The flag is black, white and orange because of the Palio di Siena, a horse race
The Carrocio Palio di Siena is a significant cultural and historical event that reflects Siena's medieval heritage and its deep-rooted traditions. Held twice a year in July and August, the Palio features a horse race around the Piazza del Campo, where rival contrade (districts) compete for glory. It symbolizes local identity and community spirit, fostering a sense of pride among Sienese citizens. The event also showcases elaborate costumes, rituals, and the unique artistic heritage of the city, making it a vital aspect of Sienese cultural life.
The winning "contrada" (neighbourhood) receives the "Palio", a painted silk banner (there's a different one each time, painted by a different artist). The winning jockey usually gets very well paid by the contrada.
Carnevale. Palio di Siena. Battle Of Oranges. Game Of The Bridge. Infiorata Festival. Easter Procession/Procession Of Mysteries. Regatta. La Quintana.
The population of Torrita di Siena is 7,285.
The famous bareback horse race held each year in Siena, Italy, is called the Palio di Siena. This historic event takes place on July 2 and August 16, featuring jockeys riding bareback on horses representing different city districts, or "contrade." The race is deeply rooted in tradition and is accompanied by colorful parades, pageantry, and a fierce competitive spirit among the contrade. The Palio is not just a race; it embodies the cultural heritage and identity of Siena.