{"id":5813,"date":"2025-07-21T10:48:26","date_gmt":"2025-07-21T08:48:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.quintanadiascoli.it\/quintana-2\/"},"modified":"2026-07-14T14:52:46","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T12:52:46","slug":"the-quintana","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.quintanadiascoli.it\/en\/the-quintana\/","title":{"rendered":"The Quintana"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Quintana<\/h1>\n

Colors, sounds and medieval emotions of Ascoli Piceno<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The feudal origins of the Joust<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Tournaments were a product of feudalism and chivalry, and are related, as far as the purpose of practicing the military art is concerned, to the warlike games proper to almost all peoples. They were very numerous during the 12th and 13th centuries, in all cities large and small. Of course, even more than the tournaments were numerous the Jousts from the 13th century onward, and so lively and widespread was the love for such festivals, that they wanted to run everywhere. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The city's vassal castles<\/h3><\/div>
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The ancient cult of Saint Emidio<\/h3><\/div>
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Hall of Fame<\/h3><\/div>
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Historical collection of the Palii<\/h3><\/div>
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The Knights' Joust<\/h3>

Six knights, one from each sestiere, compete in the spectacular Joust of Quintana. In each \"round,\" three consecutive assaults to hit the target, the shield attached to the Saracen's left arm, with the spear. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

Discover the Joust<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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The Historical Parade<\/h3>

The Quintana Historical Parade transforms Ascoli Piceno into a living fresco of the 15th century: 1,500 figures parade through the streets of the center wearing sumptuous period costumes. The gaze is lost in the beauty of the ladies, the solemnity of the magistrates, the pride of the armed men and the elegance of the knights, making the atmosphere charged with emotion. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

Discover the Parade<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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The Flag-Wavers & Musicians' Palio<\/h3>

Scenic and ancient sporting discipline, the art of the flag. Preparation, talent and passion: the protagonists of the sestieri perform in Arringo Square in the five official specialties. Unique colors, sounds and emotions. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

Discover the Palio<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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The Palio of the Archers<\/h3>

The archery competition is much more than a competition: it is a living expression of the city's tradition. The six sestieri compete with rigor and passion, resulting in an event full of charm and meaning. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

Discover the Palio<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Live all the Moments of the Quintana<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Learn More \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The Quintana does not only mean horse race, flags and sumptuous clothes; in fact, the historical reenactment also offers the opportunity to discover ancient rituals and traditions, which frame the most salient moments of the summer in Ascoli Piceno.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

During the summer, Ascoli Piceno offers a calendar full of events to soak in the atmosphere of the city. Check out the detailed schedule of events related to the Quintana of Ascoli Piceno and participate to learn about all facets of this engaging moment in Ascoli Piceno culture. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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JUNE<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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ARCHERS' PALIO<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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JULY<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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PRESENTATION OF THE<\/h5>\n
JULY JOUST PALIO<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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JULY<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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READING OF THE CHALLENGE ANNOUNCEMENT<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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JULY<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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INVESTITURE OF THE CONSUL<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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4 and 5<\/h3>\n

JULY<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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FLAG-WAVERS &<\/h5>\n
MUSICIANS PALIO<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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10<\/h3>\n

JULY<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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GREETING TO THE<\/h5>\n
MADONNA OF PEACE<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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\"Quintana<\/p>\n

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JULY<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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QUINTANA JOUST<\/h5>\n
in honor of Our Lady of Peace<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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JULY<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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XIII\u00b0 MEMORIAL \"U. FATTORI\"<\/h5>\n
VI\u00b0 MEMORIAL\"P.VOLPONI\"<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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JULY<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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PRESENTATION OF THE<\/h5>\n
of the August quintana<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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JULY<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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READING OF THE CHALLENGE ANNOUNCEMENT<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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AUGUST<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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OFFERING OF CANDLES<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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AUGUST<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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QUINTANA JOUST<\/h5>\n
IN HONOR OF S.EMIDIO<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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The Sestieri of Ascoli Piceno<\/h3>

Discover the modern division of the city of Ascoli Piceno and the unique characteristics of each district.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

Discover the Sestieri<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Immerse yourself in the medieval atmosphere<\/h3>

Witness the challenge between thoroughbreds of the Giostra Cavalleresca in the two summer events of the Quintana of Ascoli Piceno in July and August.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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