The Contrade of Siena

A place of community and a symbol of belonging for the Sienese

Aquila

Casato di Sotto, 86

Aquila

Proud of its fighting spirit and bound to a prestigious imperial heritage, the Nobile Contrada dell'Aquila embodies a centuries-old history of rebirth and pride. A journey into the heart of Casato di Sotto, where the golden yellow, black, and blue colors tell the untamed soul of its people.

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Bruco

Via del Comune, 44

Bruco

Fierce, industrious, and proud of its working-class roots, the Nobil Contrada del Bruco safeguards a centuries-old history of independence and passion. A journey into the heart of the Ovile district, where the spirit of its people blends with the yellow and green colors of Siena's most authentic tradition.

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Chiocciola

Via San Marco, 31

Chiocciola

Among the oldest in Siena and guided by the value of prudence, the Contrada del Chiocciola safeguards a legendary history and a deep sense of identity. An evocative journey through the San Marco district, where the red and yellow colors tell an epic of ancient roots and historic triumphs on the Campo.

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Civetta

Via Cecco Angiolieri, 16

Civetta

Proud of its title of "Priora" and guided by the value of astuteness, the Contrada della Civetta embodies a centuries-old history of independence and pride. An evocative journey into the heart of the Castellare degli Ugurgeri, where the red and black colors celebrate a people capable of "seeing in the night" and safeguarding the most authentic soul of Siena.

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Drago

Piazza Matteotti, 18

Drago

Guided by an ancient and untamed passion, the Contrada del Drago boasts some of the oldest origins in Sienese history. A fascinating journey onto the hill of Camporegio, where the antique rose and green colors tell a proud tradition of passion, memory, and legend.

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Giraffa

Piazzetta della Giraffa, 2

Giraffa

Driven by an innate elegance and proud of its unique historic titles, the Contrada della Giraffa boasts some of the oldest origins in Siena. A fascinating journey into the Provenzano district, where the white and red colors tell a story lived with head held high for the glory of tradition.

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Istrice

Via Camollia, 89

Istrice

Proud of its title of "Sovrana" and guardian of the fierce spirit of Camollia, the Contrada dell'Istrice embodies the values of defense and sharp wit. A journey to the far north of Siena, where the white, red, black, and blue colors tell an ancient story of unity and passion.

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Leocorno

Piazzetta Virgilio Grassi

Leocorno

Guardian of an ancient elegance along the Via Francigena and guided by the symbol of science, the Contrada del Leocorno combines noble origins with a proud resilience. A journey through the streets of Pantaneto, where the white and orange colors tell a story of challenges overcome and an unbreakable bond with the tradition of the Palio.

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Lupa

Via Vallerozzi, 63

Lupa

Bound to a legendary promise of fidelity and guardian of the very symbol of the city, the Contrada della Lupa blends myth, art, and proud independence. An evocative journey along the slopes of Vallerozzi, where the white, black, and orange colors tell the untamed soul of its people.

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Nicchio

Via dell’Oliviera, 47

Nicchio

Bound to a centuries-old history of military and civic valor, the Nobile Contrada del Nicchio safeguards the passion of coral and the pride of the Pispini district. A journey into the heart of Abbadia Nuova, where the deep blue, red, and yellow colors celebrate a profound bond with Siena's roots.

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Oca

Vicolo del Tiratoio, 9

Oca

Guardian of the spirit of Saint Catherine and proud of its record as the most victorious contrada in history, the Nobile Contrada dell'Oca embodies the value of astuteness. A journey into the heart of Fontebranda, where the green, white, and red colors celebrate an epic of triumphs and an unbreakable bond with the soul of Siena.

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Onda

Via Giovanni Duprè, 111

Onda

Proud of its title of "Capitana" and driven by the strength of the sea, the Contrada dell'Onda embodies a spirit of joy and untamed pride. An evocative journey along Via Duprè, where the white and light blue colors celebrate a centuries-old history of guarding the Town Hall and the roots of Siena.

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Pantera

Via San Quirico, 26

Pantera

Driven by an innate audacity and proud of its history of memorable triumphs, the Contrada della Pantera embodies the untamed spirit of the Stalloreggi district. A fascinating journey along Via San Quirico, where the light blue and red colors celebrate a people capable of tearing down every obstacle with their powerful surge.

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Selva

Piazzetta della Selva, 5

Selva

Born from the ancient world of hunters and proud of its legendary archers, the Contrada della Selva embodies the value of power. A fascinating journey through the alleys of Vallepiatta, where the silver, green, and orange colors celebrate a people safeguarding a millennium of tradition.

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Tartuca

Via Tommaso Pendola

Tartuca

Guided by the values of steadfastness and determination, the Contrada della Tartuca roots itself in the ancient heart of Castelvecchio. An evocative journey along Via Tommaso Pendola, where the yellow and blue colors celebrate a people who make strength and constancy their home.

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Torre

Via di Salicotto, 76

Torre

Discover the Contrada della Torre: history, headquarters, colors, won palios, and the famous rivalry with the Goose.

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Valdimontone

Via Valdimontone, 6

Valdimontone

Discover the Contrada di Valdimontone: history, headquarters, colors, won palios, and curiosities about the oldest contrada of the Terzo di San Martino, linked to the Basilica dei Servi.

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The Palio of Siena is a journey that never ends.

It is a tradition that renews itself and continues to live, today as yesterday, the beating heart of Siena.

It is a tradition that renews itself and continues to live, today as yesterday, the beating heart of Siena. Come discover a city that never stops telling its story, a Palio that is much more than a race, but a true experience to live.