Statements (157)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:horse_race
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Tuscany
gptkb:Italy |
| gptkbp:annual_event |
every year
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| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:Saint_Mary_of_the_Assumption
Saint Mary Assumed into Heaven |
| gptkbp:attracts |
gptkb:international_attention
tourists |
| gptkbp:broadcasts |
gptkb:television_series
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| gptkbp:celebrates |
local culture
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| gptkbp:competitors |
fosters community spirit
requires training is rich in symbolism 17 contrade is fiercely contested |
| gptkbp:cultural_events |
promotes tourism
promotes community spirit |
| gptkbp:duration |
about 90 seconds
90 seconds to 2 minutes |
| gptkbp:events |
Italian culture
Siena's calendar captures the spirit of Siena. |
| gptkbp:famous_for |
intense competition
its traditions its pageantry its horses |
| gptkbp:features |
colorful costumes
contrade |
| gptkbp:first_held |
1656
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| gptkbp:frequency |
twice a year
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| gptkbp:governed_by |
the City of Siena
the Palio Committee |
| gptkbp:has |
a rich history
a historical significance a significant economic impact a dedicated following a unique set of rules a historical rivalry a winning banner |
| gptkbp:has_feature |
participants and spectators
|
| gptkbp:has_history |
over 400 years
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| gptkbp:held_in |
gptkb:Piazza_del_Campo
twice a year summer months July 2 July 2 and August 16 |
| gptkbp:highlights |
Siena's calendar
Siena's summer |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Palio di Siena
|
| gptkbp:includes |
gptkb:rally
a blessing of the horses |
| gptkbp:involves |
gptkb:horse_race
local neighborhoods strategic alliances bareback riding horse riders a draw for positions jockeys from contrade |
| gptkbp:is_a |
gptkb:horse_race
gptkb:festival gptkb:award annual festival community event traditional event local festival heritage event |
| gptkbp:is_a_gathering_for |
local families
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| gptkbp:is_a_source_of |
local pride
|
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
local pride
Siena's culture |
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
gptkb:festival
gptkb:Sienese_people gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:the_Virgin_Mary ceremonies locals and tourists alike music and dance participants locals festivities local customs locals and visitors alike two races per year Sienese heritage Sienese culture and history the Piazza del Campo |
| gptkbp:is_characterized_by |
its unpredictability
its pageantry |
| gptkbp:is_considered_as |
gptkb:archaeological_site
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| gptkbp:is_documented_in |
gptkb:archaeological_site
gptkb:literary_work |
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
gptkb:documentaries
|
| gptkbp:is_influenced_by |
gptkb:historical_event
Sienese history |
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
colorful costumes
its vibrant atmosphere intense competition its history its community involvement its excitement its rivalry |
| gptkbp:is_often_associated_with |
a living tradition
|
| gptkbp:is_often_compared_to |
other horse races
|
| gptkbp:is_organized_by |
gptkb:Comune_di_Siena
gptkb:municipality July and August the city of Siena the Palio Committee |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
Sienese culture
Sienese tradition Sienese folklore Sienese identity |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_by |
an important cultural heritage
|
| gptkbp:is_tested_for |
skill and strategy
skill and bravery |
| gptkbp:language |
draws crowds
|
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Siena
|
| gptkbp:next_event |
August 16
|
| gptkbp:notable_event |
celebrates local customs
brings together the community |
| gptkbp:notable_race |
tests endurance
is steeped in history requires teamwork is celebrated with enthusiasm brings together generations tests the bond between horse and rider is a highlight of the year. is a spectacle of speed is a test of strategy is filled with passion |
| gptkbp:notable_rider |
various breeds
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| gptkbp:origin |
medieval tradition
|
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:Siena
|
| gptkbp:participants |
local citizens
contrade jockeys |
| gptkbp:prize_money |
a banner
|
| gptkbp:regulates |
local authorities
|
| gptkbp:rules |
strict regulations
|
| gptkbp:showcases |
Sienese craftsmanship
|
| gptkbp:significance |
historical importance
|
| gptkbp:symbol |
Sienese pride
Sienese identity |
| gptkbp:takes_place_in |
gptkb:August
July |
| gptkbp:tradition |
medieval
has evolved over centuries medieval festival dates back centuries is passed down through generations is cherished by locals |
| gptkbp:type |
gptkb:festival
|
| gptkbp:viewership |
thousands of spectators
|
| gptkbp:vision |
gptkb:horse_race
color and excitement |
| gptkbp:winner |
the contrada that finishes first
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