Modern
In 1946 the actual "Giostra della Quintana" was reborn. Actually the knights are 10, each representing a quarter of the Town. Rushing at gallop, they have to spear 3 rings having smaller size at each carousel. The rings are hanging from a rotating statue representing Mars the "Lord of War" from the ancient classic memories. The staue is in oak, the original dates back to 1613 (17th century), it holds a shield with the symbol of Foligno and on the straight arm are hanging the rings to spear.
During the events period, a number of happenings involve the whole town. A parade takes place with 800 characters dressed in original-like precious dresses: a historically documented walk in the town during the day before the Ring Joust.
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