This story is really unusual. We’re quite sure that if we say the word “Palio”, your mind will immediately go to the world-famous horse race “Palio di Siena”. – Not so for the people who live in the small Italian village of Fermignano, located in the Marche region. – Fermignano is where the most unusual Palio ever, called “Il Palio della Rana” (Contest of the Frog) takes place each year. – Let’s learn all about the most unusual Palio contest… ever, and let’s practice lots of useful Italian words and expressions that are sure to take your Italian to the next level. Enjoy!
That’s Amore! – Episode #41

41. The Most Unusual Palio Contest (That’s Amore!)

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41. The Most Unusual Palio Contest (That’s Amore!)

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