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Palio, Italy

These grandiose horse races are held in the city of Siena twice a year – on July 2 and August 16.

The tradition of horse races in the city dates back to the 14th century. Their main feature is that they are held not on the racetrack, as usual, but right in the city, in the main square. Another peculiarity is that the concept of fair play is completely alien to these races. Racers push, shove and obstruct their rivals, which increases the excitement (and, unfortunately, the accidents) among the spectators.