THE MAGNIFICENT RIONE OF PORTA SANTA SUSANNA WINS THE 2019 EDITION
PERUGIA 1416
HISTORICAL PARADE . GAMES . CHALLENGES. SHOWS. MEDIEVAL MARKET
When the story comes alive, experience the story.
On 14, 15 and 16 June Perugia awaits you in the captivating atmosphere of a festive city to relive together the historical period between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, while the five districts will compete for the 2019 Palio in exciting sporting challenges: javelin throw on Friday, move to the tower on Saturday and running of the cloth on Sunday. The evocative night show on Saturday will recall the arrival in Perugia of the Captain of fortune Braccio Fortebracci and will prepare the grand finale on Sunday afternoon with the long-awaited historical procession and the proclamation of the winner. Among the alleys and squares of the historic center, magnificent natural theater, taverns and restaurants will welcome you with traditional Umbrian dishes. Even the little ones will be welcome in the "Middle Ages of children", including stories, tournaments, workshops and demonstrations.