It’s now 100 years since the Marostica Human Chess Game was first played, but it remains as thrilling a spectacle as ever, with the age-old flavour of a timeless love story.

2024 EDITION
Once again this year, a number of new features have been introduced to guarantee spectators a fresh, lively experience, with a carefully orchestrated performance able to awaken new emotions. The script is based on an ancient manuscript that tells the story of the fair Lionora and her two suitors, in the days of the Serenissima Republic. The tale is brought to life by over 630 professional performers and volunteers who seek to recreate the splendour of a past that will never return. A panoramic amphitheatre with raised stands hosts the four performances of the chess game, accommodating 3600 spectators in comfortable numbered seats. 
Marostega e lion, ti con nu, nu con ti!

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