ITALY PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP TOUR

Experience the Magic of Il Palio with Better Moments & Marco Di Lauro

Join Better Moments and award-winning photographer Marco Di Lauro for an exclusive workshop in Siena, where you will capture the raw energy, passion, and centuries-old traditions of Il Palio, the world’s most spectacular horse race.

Since 1283, Il Palio has been at the heart of Siena’s identity. Twice a year, the city’s stunning medieval square, Piazza del Campo, is transformed into a high-stakes battleground, where ten fearless jockeys ride bareback in a breathtaking race that lasts just 75 seconds. More than a competition, Il Palio is a deeply rooted tradition of honor, rivalry, and community, shaping the very fabric of Siena’s culture.

Throughout the year, the excitement builds. Young drummers perfect their rhythms, flag bearers rehearse in the narrow streets, and Contrade leaders negotiate to secure the best jockeys and horses. The race itself is the culmination of months of preparation, strategy, and anticipation.

This workshop offers exclusive access to the key moments that define Il Palio. With Marco Di Lauro’s expert guidance, you will have the opportunity to document the intense horse selection process, the electrifying pre-race trials, the grandeur of Contrada celebrations, and the victorious parade through Siena’s ancient streets.

Il Palio is a story of pride, resilience, and timeless tradition. This is your chance to immerse yourself in an event like no other, capturing history, emotion, and movement in its purest form.