Monselice, a typical walled town in the Padova province, in Veneto, every year re-evokes the celebrations that in 1239 welcomed the arrival of Emperor Frederick II of Svevia with the Palio called the Giostra della Rocca. The town offers days packed with events food tastings and theme shows.

The big party in costume takes you back to the medieval atmosphere with a compelling historical setting featuring the old ways. The Palio of Monselice offers the traditional competitions of the time where nine different contrade (streets) of the town challenge each other: Carmine, Cà Oddo, Marendole, Monticelli, San Bortolo, San Cosma, San Giacomo, San Martino and Torre.