We were walking around Florence and was blocked suddenly by what we thought was a make shift parade. Little did we know we were witnessing a parade celebrating a beloved bloodsport.
From the LLMs:
The Calcio Storico Fiorentino parade is a grand historical procession that precedes each match, showcasing Florence's Renaissance heritage. It involves participants in 16th-century costumes, marching through the city center from Piazza Santa Maria Novella to Piazza Santa Croce, accompanied by traditional music and ceremonial performances. The parade is a significant part of the event's pageantry and helps to set the stage for the fierce battles that follow.
Great compositions "jr"! The armor clad men are super as are all in the traditional vibrant dress!
Thanks for the backstory also. That always provides context, and learning something I never knew, to an image!
Dan
Thanks Dan! This event is supposed to be a combination of rugby and MMA and you can only participate if you are born in Florence (as I understand it ).
jrrhodes wrote:
Thanks Dan! This event is supposed to be a combination of rugby and MMA and you can only participate if you are born in Florence (as I understand it ).
J.R.
The expression on #3's face is priceless!!! He lost his best friend!!??
Again well done jr.
Dan
