Foligno is famous for the Giostra della Quintana, a medieval jousting tournament held twice a year, in June and September. The event involves the 10 city districts and is inspired by a 1613 knightly competition, preceded by a procession of over 600 participants in 17th-century costumes.
There are many places of historical and artistic interest. The Cathedral, dating back to 1201, the Palazzo delle Canoniche, home to the Diocesan Capitular Museum, which includes the crypt of St. Felician. Palazzo Trinci, a symbol of Foligno’s 15th-century power, houses a magnificent cycle of frescoes painted in 1411 by Gentile da Fabriano. The palace also serves as the Museum of the City, with collections ranging from archaeology to art and history. The Oratorio della Nunziatella features works by Perugino inside.
The numerous events held throughout the year make Foligno one of the most lively, dynamic, and visited urban areas in the region.
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