This is a list of some of the breeds of ass or donkey considered in Italy to be wholly or partly of Italian origin. Some may have complex or obscure histories, so inclusion here does not necessarily imply that a breed is predominantly or exclusively Italian. [1][2][3]

May 12, 2021 · Amiatina is an endangered Italian donkey breed that is distributed throughout Liguria, Campania, but mainly Tuscany, Italy. Amiatina donkeys were listed as endangered in 2007.

The most important event in Torrita di Siena is the "Palio dei Somari" (donkeys race) that takes place on the Sunday after March 19. This date is symbolic, because it’s Saint Joseph’s Day, the patron saint of carpenters and in Torrita di Siena woodworking has always been widely practiced.

This is a song beloved of Italian-Americans and made famous by the lovely Lou Monte in the early 1960s. It's the story of a little donkey who helps Santa take gifts to all the children of Italy …

" Dominick the Donkey " is a Christmas song written by Ray Allen, Sam Saltzberg and Wandra Merrell, and was recorded by Lou Monte in 1960, on Roulette Records. The song describes Dominick, a donkey who helps Santa Claus bring presents ("made in Brooklyn ") to children in Italy due to the reindeer, despite their flight, being unable to climb the ...

Mar 11, 2009 · You know, the one with donkeys in Torrita di Siena? On 19 March in celebration of its patron saint, San Giuseppe, Torrita di Siena, about 40 kilometres southeast of Siena, holds a donkey race in honor of the so-called Worker Saint, St. Joseph, who is …

At present, there are 5 donkey breeds in Italy (Amiata, Asinara, Martina Franca, Ragusano e Sardo); the FAO lists a sixth breed: the Romagnolo, of which a small number of pure examples exist.

The Amiatina or Italian: Asino dell'Amiata is a breed of donkey from Tuscany in central Italy. It is particularly associated with Monte Amiata in the provinces of Siena and Grosseto, but is distributed throughout Tuscany.

Mar 14, 2017 · Sunday, March 19: THE DONKEY PALIO. Torrita di Siena. Parade 3 pm, race 4 pm. Free shuttle service from parking area (10 am to 1 pm & 2 to 8 pm). Set with a backdrop of a beautiful medieval village, the Palio dei Somari (Donkey Race) celebrates the Feast of …

Dec 1, 2020 · Dominick, the donkey, is a song that is mostly sung during Christmas celebrations. It is among the most famous Italian Christmas songs. It was written by Ray Allen, Sam Saltzberg, and Wandra Merrell. The song was recorded by Lou Monte in 1960 on Roulette Records.