These colorful flags hang from windows in the alleys of Siena in tribute to the annual district winner in the Piazza’s infamous horse race. The competition among districts dates back to the15th century and inspires all sorts of bribes, bets, and gambling. If you have a home on the piazza with a balcony you can make a fortune selling space for people to watch from on high….as who wants to join the crush of 50,000 below who have come to observe!!??
