I was born in Siena, and like all Sienese, I am not only a citizen of the city but also a proud member of a Contrada—Aquila, the Eagle! When I was just a baby, I was baptized into the Eagle Contrada, receiving my very own official scarf, which I wear with pride every year during the Palio celebrations. Once you belong to a Contrada, you are part of it for life!
I would be delighted to show you my Contrada, including its stunning buildings, historic church, museum, horse stall, and the beautiful fountain where new generations of Eagles are baptized each year.
If you’re interested in the Palio, I can help you secure tickets to watch the parade and the race from a balcony, window, or stall on July 2nd and August 16th. Additionally, I can arrange access to a truly special event—the Contrada dinner on the night before the race. During this unforgettable evening, we will meet our Captain and jockey, and if we’re lucky, we might even cross paths with Rosanna Bonelli, aka Rompicollo—the only woman in history to have competed in the Palio, back in 1957. Here she is in this picture with me!
