Ippodromo della Favorita, Palermo

#153 among attractions in Palermo

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Ippodromo della Favorita is a horse racing venue in Palermo, Sicily, Italy built in 1953. It is located next to the Stadio Renzo Barbera in the southernmost part of Parco della Favorita, Palermo's largest urban park. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1953 (71 years ago)Coordinates: 38°9'7"N, 13°20'43"E

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VI Circoscrizione (Resuttana-San Lorenzo)Palermo Italy

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Ippodromo della Favorita – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stadio Renzo Barbera, Palazzina Cinese, Mount Pellegrino, Parco della Favorita.

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